Time in Cape Verde
Capital · Praia
Time zone in Cape Verde
| Time zone | Local time | Offset | DST | Example city |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantic/Cape_Verde Cape Verde Standard Time |
UTC-01:00 | No | Praia |
About Cape Verde
| Official name: | Republic of Cabo Verde |
|---|---|
| Capital: | Praia |
| Region: | Africa · Western Africa |
| Population: | 491,233 |
| Currency: | Cape Verdean escudo (CVE, $) |
| Calling code: | +238 |
| Languages: | Portuguese |
| ISO codes: | CV / CPV |
| Internet domain: | .cv |
Cities in Cape Verde
Public holidays in Cape Verde 2026
Full list ›- 1 Jan — Ano Novo
- 13 Jan — Dia da Democracia
- 20 Jan — Dia dos Heróis Nacionais
- 17 Feb — Carnaval
- 18 Feb — Quarta-feira de Cinzas
- 3 Apr — Sexta-Feira Santa
- 1 May — Dia do trabalhador
- 1 Jun — Dia das Crianças
Frequently asked questions about time in Cape Verde
How many time zones does Cape Verde have?
Cape Verde uses one time zone: Cape Verde Standard Time (Atlantic/Cape_Verde, currently UTC-01:00).
Does Cape Verde use daylight saving time?
No. None of Cape Verde’s time zones change their clocks for daylight saving time in the next 12 months.
What time is it in Praia, the capital of Cape Verde?
See the live clock on the Praia time page. Praia uses Atlantic/Cape_Verde.