Sierra Leone Time Now - Current Time in Sierra Leone

What Time Is It in Sierra Leone Right Now?

FreetownAfrica

Current Time

12:12:58 AM
Saturday, December 13, 2025
GMTAfrica/Freetown

Country Information

Population

8.0 million

Capital

Freetown

Area

71,740 km²

Currency

Sierra Leonean Leone (SLL)

Language

English

Time Zone Details

Timezone

Africa/Freetown

UTC Offset

GMT

Current Status

Night Time

Country Names & Abbreviations

Country

Sierra Leone

Long Name

Republic of Sierra Leone

Abbreviations

SL, SLE

Global Time Comparison

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Sierra Leone
12:12:58 AM
New York
07:12:58 PM
-5h behind
London
12:12:58 AM
Same time
Paris
01:12:58 AM
+1h ahead
Tokyo
09:12:58 AM
+9h ahead
Sydney
11:12:58 AM
+11h ahead
Dubai
04:12:58 AM
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Singapore
08:12:58 AM
+8h ahead
Mumbai
05:42:58 AM
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Business Hours (9am-5pm)
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Time Comparison with Neighboring Countries

Time Differences: Guinea is same time, Liberia is same time.

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Cities in Sierra Leone

CityTime
BoSat 12:12:58 AM
FreetownSat 12:12:58 AM
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KenemaSat 12:12:58 AM
KoiduSat 12:12:58 AM
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MakeniSat 12:12:58 AM

Complete Time Zone Guide for Sierra Leone

SyncMyTime displays accurate time for Freetown. Greenwich Mean Time (GMT, UTC+0) is maintained year-round.

Time Zone History

Sierra Leone adopted permanent GMT reflecting its Atlantic coastal position and British colonial legacy. The country has maintained GMT throughout its post-independence history including during the devastating civil war (1991-2002). GMT facilitates coordination with West African neighbors and Commonwealth connections.

Culture & Daily Rhythm

Sierra Leone daily life blends West African traditions with British colonial influence and religious diversity (Islam, Christianity, traditional beliefs). The workday typically runs 8 AM-5 PM. Markets bustle morning through afternoon. Diamond mining affects regional timing patterns. Freetown's Krio culture (descendants of freed slaves) maintains distinct identity. Recovery from civil war continues affecting infrastructure and patterns. Palm wine tapping follows traditional schedules.

Why People Check Sierra Leone Time

Many users search Sierra Leone time to organize:

  • Diamond mining and export coordination
  • Rutile and bauxite mining operations
  • Fishing industry timing
  • Cocoa and coffee export
  • NGO and reconstruction projects
  • Regional West African trade

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SyncMyTime handles all time calculations automatically, so you don't need to manually convert or verify:

  • Displays Sierra Leone's current local time accurately
  • Real-time comparisons with other countries
  • 24/7 accurate updates

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Interesting Facts

Sierra Leone is located on the west coast of Africa.

The country is known for its diamond mining industry.

Sierra Leone has a rich cultural heritage with traditional music and dance.

The country is home to beautiful beaches and wildlife reserves.

Sierra Leone has made significant progress in post-conflict reconstruction.