Parakou, Benin
Sunday, May 17, 2026 • UTC+1 (GMT+1)
The current local time in Parakou, Benin is 18:24:41.
Quick Facts
- Country
- Benin
- Region
- Africa
- Population
- 255,478
- Coordinates
- 9.34° N, 2.63° E
- Time Zone
- Africa/Porto-Novo
- Currency
- Franc (XOF)
- Languages
- French
- Country Area
- 112,620 km²
Time Difference Between Parakou 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 Parakou
Current weather conditions in Parakou including temperature, humidity, wind speed, visibility and a five day weather forecast.
33°C
Overcast
Humidity
50%
Wind
9.6 km/h
Visibility
34 km
33°
25°
33°
24°
32°
23°
31°
23°
31°
23°
Cities Near Parakou
- Time in Nikki92 km
- Time in Djougou114 km
- Time in Kisi137 km
- Time in Kara160 km
Cities in the Same Time Zone as Parakou
Popular Time Differences
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Map of Parakou
Map showing the location of Parakou at coordinates 9.33716, 2.63031.
About Parakou Time
Parakou is located in Africa, Beninand follows the Africa/Porto-Novo time zone. The city has a population of approximately 255,478 people.
The current local time in Parakou is determined by the Africa/Porto-Novo 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 Parakou, 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 Parakou
What time zone is Parakou in?
Parakou is in the Africa/Porto-Novo time zone (GMT+1) in Benin.
What is the current UTC offset for Parakou?
Parakou is currently at UTC+1.
Does Parakou observe daylight saving time?
No, Parakou does not observe daylight saving time. The UTC offset (UTC+1) stays constant year-round.
How can I check the current local time in Parakou?
The live clock at the top of this page shows the exact current local time in Parakou, Benin, updated every second.