Current Time in Sudan
CAT (UTC+2) · Khartoum · UTC+2
Quick Facts
Time Zone
CAT (UTC+2)
Population
~48 Million
Capital
Khartoum
DST
Not Observed
Nile & Ancient Heritage
Khartoum sits at the dramatic confluence of the Blue Nile and White Nile, forming the main Nile that flows north to Egypt. Sudan is home to the Meroë pyramids — over 200 ancient structures, more than Egypt — remnants of the powerful Kingdom of Kush. The Nubian civilisation thrived here for millennia, leaving behind temples, royal tombs, and some of the earliest written African scripts. Vast desert archaeology sites continue to reveal Sudan's central role in ancient African and Mediterranean trade networks.
Major Cities
Khartoum
6M · Capital
Omdurman
2.8M · Cultural heart
Nyala
565K · Darfur region
Port Sudan
490K · Red Sea coast
Kassala
430K · Eastern border
El-Obeid
420K · Kordofan region
Sudan Quick Facts
Sudan Time Difference
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| Dubai | --:-- | Same time |
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| Sydney | --:-- | Same time |
| São Paulo | --:-- | Same time |
| Singapore | --:-- | Same time |
📞 Best Time to Call Sudan
Target 9 AM – 5 PM Sudan local time for business calls. From the US East Coast, 3–8 AM EST reaches Sudan during business hours (8 AM–1 PM local). UK callers are well-placed — morning calls from 8 AM GMT align with Sudan's working day.
🕐 Time Zone in Sudan
Sudan uses CAT (UTC+2) year-round. Khartoum is the capital and largest city.
Sudan observes Daylight Saving Time in most regions. Clocks spring forward in spring and fall back in autumn — verify the exact dates for the current year.
✈️ Time-Related Travel Tips for Sudan
When planning your trip to Sudan, factor in the time zone change and allow time to adjust. Download offline maps and translation apps before traveling. Local business hours and cultural customs around punctuality may differ from your home country.
💡 Interesting Facts About Time in Sudan
- The capital Khartoum is the political center of Sudan with a total national population of 44M.
- 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 Sudan
Sudan uses a single time zone (CAT (UTC+2)). This makes it relatively straightforward to coordinate times across the country.
The capital city Khartoum serves as the political and often economic center of Sudan. Major business activities are spread across cities including Khartoum.
When planning international calls, video conferences, or business meetings with contacts in Sudan, it's important to consider the time difference. CAT (UTC+2) is the most commonly referenced time zone for Sudan.
Sudan uses the Sudanese Pound (SDG) as its official currency. The international dialing code is +249. Official languages include Arabic, English.
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