Central African Republic Time Now - Current Time in Central African Republic

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BanguiAfrica

Current Time

01:12:58 AM
Saturday, December 13, 2025
GMT+1Africa/Bangui

Country Information

Population

4.8 million

Capital

Bangui

Area

622,984 km²

Currency

Central African CFA Franc (XAF)

Language

French, Sango

Time Zone Details

Timezone

Africa/Bangui

UTC Offset

GMT+1

Current Status

Night Time

Country Names & Abbreviations

Country

Central African Republic

Long Name

Central African Republic

Abbreviations

CF, CAF

Global Time Comparison

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01:12:58 AM
New York
07:12:58 PM
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12:12:58 AM
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Paris
01:12:58 AM
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Tokyo
09:12:58 AM
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11:12:58 AM
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04:12:58 AM
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08:12:58 AM
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05:42:58 AM
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Time Comparison with Neighboring Countries

Time Differences: Sudan is 1h ahead, Chad is same time, Democratic Republic of the Congo is same time, Republic of the Congo is same time, Cameroon is same time.

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Cities in Central African Republic

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BanguiSat 01:12:58 AM
BerbératiSat 01:12:58 AM
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BimboSat 01:12:58 AM
BégouaSat 01:12:58 AM
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CarnotSat 01:12:58 AM
MbaïkiSat 01:12:58 AM

Complete Time Zone Guide for Central African Republic

SyncMyTime displays accurate time for Bangui. West Africa Time (WAT, UTC+1) is maintained year-round.

Time Zone History

CAR adopted permanent UTC+1 using West Africa Time after independence from France in 1960. The country has never observed daylight saving time. Decades of political instability and recent civil conflict have disrupted many systems but time zone consistency has been maintained. WAT reflects CAR's geographic position in central Africa.

Culture & Daily Rhythm

Central African daily life blends Bantu and Sudanic traditions with French colonial influence and religious diversity (Christianity, Islam, traditional beliefs). The workday runs 8 AM-5 PM when stable. Diamond mining affects regional economies. Ongoing conflict and humanitarian crisis have disrupted normal patterns. Sango is national language alongside French. River commerce on Ubangi River follows traditional patterns. Rural areas maintain subsistence agricultural rhythms.

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  • International peacekeeping coordination

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Interesting Facts

Central African Republic is home to the world's largest collection of ancient African artifacts.

The country has the world's largest collection of ancient manuscripts.

Central African Republic is the world's largest producer of diamonds.

The country has more than 1,000 archaeological sites.

Central African Republic is home to the world's largest collection of ancient textiles.