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Check local time in Rabat and all Morocco cities. Morocco uses WEST (UTC+1).

Morocco Quick Facts

🏛️ Capital City
Rabat
👥 Population
37M
💰 Currency
د.م. Moroccan Dirham
📞 Phone Code
+212
🗣️ Official Languages
ArabicBerberFrench

🕐Time Zones in Morocco

WEST (UTC+1)

Morocco uses WEST (UTC+1) year-round. Rabat is the capital and largest city.

Daylight Saving Time observance in Morocco varies. Check current local time using our tool to ensure accuracy, especially during spring and autumn when DST transitions typically occur.

Major Cities in Morocco (3 cities)

Click on any city to see detailed local time, sunrise/sunset times, and weather information.

📞Best Time to Call Morocco

When calling Morocco, consider the time zone difference of WEST (UTC+1). Business hours are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM local time. Use our time converter tool to find the optimal calling time from your location.

Standard business hours in Morocco are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM or 6:00 PM local time, Monday through Friday. Standard business hours in Morocco are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM or 6:00 PM local time, Monday through Friday. Government offices and banks may have shorter hours. Many businesses close for lunch, especially in Southern European, Latin American, and Asian countries.

✈️Time-Related Travel Tips for Morocco

When planning your trip to Morocco, factor in the time zone change and allow time to adjust. Local business hours, cultural customs around punctuality, and communication styles may differ from your home country. Download offline maps and translation apps before traveling.

💡Interesting Facts About Time in Morocco

  • Despite its size, Morocco uses only one time zone, simplifying scheduling across the entire country.
  • The capital Rabat is the political center of Morocco with a total national population of 37M.
  • Time zone boundaries don't always follow geographical lines - they're often adjusted for political, economic, or practical reasons.
  • The concept of standardized time zones was developed in the 19th century with the expansion of railways, replacing local solar time.

About Time in Morocco

Morocco uses a single time zone (WEST (UTC+1)). This makes it relatively straightforward to coordinate times across the country.

The capital city Rabat serves as the political and often economic center of Morocco. Major business activities are spread across cities including Casablanca, Marrakech, Fes.

When planning international calls, video conferences, or business meetings with contacts in Morocco, it's important to consider the time difference. WEST (UTC+1) is the most commonly referenced time zone for Morocco.

Morocco uses the Moroccan Dirham (د.م.) as its official currency. The international dialing code is +212. Multiple languages are spoken, including Arabic, Berber, French.

Cities in Morocco

Explore local time in 3 cities across Morocco:

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Frequently Asked Questions About Time in Morocco

Morocco uses WEST (UTC+1). The capital Rabat uses WEST (UTC+1).

Daylight Saving Time observance in Morocco varies. Check current local time using our tool to ensure accuracy, especially during spring and autumn when DST transitions typically occur.

When calling Morocco, consider the time zone difference of WEST (UTC+1). Business hours are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM local time. Use our time converter tool to find the optimal calling time from your location.

Standard business hours in Morocco are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM or 6:00 PM local time, Monday through Friday. Government offices and banks may have shorter hours. Many businesses close for lunch, especially in Southern European, Latin American, and Asian countries.

Morocco uses the Moroccan Dirham (د.م.) as its official currency. The international dialing code is +212. Official languages include Arabic, Berber, French.