Time in Chad
Capital · N'Djamena
Time zone in Chad
| Time zone | Local time | Offset | DST | Example city |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Africa/Ndjamena West Africa Standard Time |
UTC+01:00 | No | N'Djamena |
About Chad
| Official name: | Republic of Chad |
|---|---|
| Capital: | N'Djamena |
| Region: | Africa · Middle Africa |
| Population: | 19,340,757 |
| Currency: | Central African CFA franc (XAF, FCFA) |
| Calling code: | +235 |
| Languages: | Arabic, French |
| ISO codes: | TD / TCD |
| Internet domain: | .td |
Cities in Chad
Public holidays in Chad 2026
Full list ›- 1 Jan — عيد رأس السنة
- 20 Mar — عيد الفطر estimated
- 6 Apr — Lundi de Pâques
- 1 May — يوم العمال
- 27 May — عيد الأضحى estimated
- 11 Aug — Fête Nationale (Indépendance)
- 25 Aug — المولد النبويّ estimated
- 1 Nov — Toussaint
Frequently asked questions about time in Chad
How many time zones does Chad have?
Chad uses one time zone: West Africa Standard Time (Africa/Ndjamena, currently UTC+01:00).
Does Chad use daylight saving time?
No. None of Chad’s time zones change their clocks for daylight saving time in the next 12 months.
What time is it in N'Djamena, the capital of Chad?
See the live clock on the N'Djamena time page. N'Djamena uses Africa/Ndjamena.