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Time In Ghana

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Accra, Ghana — GMT (UTC+0)

Current Local Time in Ghana (GMT)

The current time in Ghana always operates on Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) year-round. The country does not observe daylight saving time, which means the clock stays the same throughout the year. If you are planning a call, flight, or business meeting, you can always rely on Ghana being exactly GMT +0.

Does Ghana Observe Daylight Saving Time?

No. Ghana remains on GMT all year. Unlike countries that adjust their clocks twice a year, Ghana’s time zone never changes. This consistency makes it easier to plan international communication and travel.

It also provides reliability for airlines, shipping companies, and international businesses that depend on precise schedules, as there are no seasonal clock shifts to account for when working with Ghana.

Travelers also benefit because they do not need to reset schedules or adjust to time changes, reducing confusion when crossing borders or planning ahead. Ghana’s fixed time zone is simple, predictable, and stable year-round.

Time Difference Between Ghana and Major Cities

  • New York, USA: Ghana is 4–5 hours ahead (depending on US daylight saving).

  • London, UK: Ghana is the same time as London in winter, but 1 hour behind in summer.

  • Toronto, Canada: Ghana is 4–5 hours ahead.

  • Accra vs. Lagos, Nigeria: Both cities share the same GMT time zone.

Quick Facts About Ghana’s Time

  • Time Zone: Greenwich Mean Time (GMT)

  • Daylight Saving Time: Not observed

  • Country Code: +233

  • Capital City: Accra

Ghana sits close to the Prime Meridian, which passes through nearby Greenwich in London. This geographic position is why Ghana shares the same base time zone with the UK during winter months.
Check the live time widget above for the most accurate time in Ghana.

Yes, in winter. During British Summer Time, London is 1 hour ahead of Ghana.

No. Ghana does not use daylight saving time.

Ghana uses Greenwich Mean Time (GMT), which is the same as UTC+0. The country keeps GMT all year, so the offset never changes.

Ghana is typically 4–5 hours ahead of New York and 5–6 hours ahead of Chicago (the difference shifts when the US observes daylight saving time). A practical window is 7:00 AM–1:00 PM in New York or 6:00 AM–12:00 PM in Chicago, which corresponds to Ghana’s late morning to early evening.

Yes. The entire country uses the same time zone (GMT/UTC+0) with no regional differences and no daylight saving adjustments. Accra, Kumasi, Tamale, Takoradi—every region follows the same time.