Kano, Nigeria
Sunday, May 17, 2026 • UTC+1 (GMT+1)
The current local time in Kano, Nigeria is 17:11:52.
Quick Facts
- Country
- Nigeria
- Region
- Africa
- Population
- 4,910,000
- Coordinates
- 12.00° N, 8.52° E
- Time Zone
- Africa/Lagos
- Currency
- Naira (NGN)
- Languages
- English, Hausa, Yoruba, Igbo +1 more
- Country Area
- 923,768 km²
Time Difference Between Kano and Major Cities
| CITY | LOCAL TIME | DIFFERENCE |
|---|---|---|
| Time in New York | 5h behind | |
| Time in London | Same time | |
| Time in Tokyo | 8h ahead | |
| Time in Sydney | 9h ahead | |
| Time in Dubai | 3h ahead | |
| Time in Singapore | 7h ahead | |
| Time in Los Angeles | 8h behind | |
| Time in Paris | 1h ahead |
Weather in Kano
Current weather conditions in Kano including temperature, humidity, wind speed, visibility and a five day weather forecast.
39°C
Clear Sky
Humidity
20%
Wind
11.4 km/h
Visibility
14 km
40°
28°
38°
26°
37°
25°
38°
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24°
Cities Near Kano
- Time in Katsina148 km
Cities in the Same Time Zone as Kano
Popular Time Differences
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- Time difference between Kano and Sydney
- Time difference between Kano and Dubai
- Time difference between Kano and Singapore
- Time difference between Kano and Los Angeles
- Time difference between Kano and Paris
Map of Kano
Map showing the location of Kano at coordinates 12.00012, 8.51672.
About Kano Time
Kano is located in Africa, Nigeriaand follows the Africa/Lagos time zone. The city has a population of approximately 4,910,000 people.
The current local time in Kano is determined by the Africa/Lagos time zone. This time zone is used across several cities in the region and ensures consistent local time for residents and businesses.
On this page, you can find the exact current time in Kano, compare time differences with other cities around the world, and view additional information such as sunrise and sunset times, weather conditions, and nearby cities that share the same time zone.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kano
What time zone is Kano in?
Kano is in the Africa/Lagos time zone (GMT+1) in Nigeria.
What is the current UTC offset for Kano?
Kano is currently at UTC+1.
Does Kano observe daylight saving time?
No, Kano does not observe daylight saving time. The UTC offset (UTC+1) stays constant year-round.
How can I check the current local time in Kano?
The live clock at the top of this page shows the exact current local time in Kano, Nigeria, updated every second.