W. Sahara Time Now - Current Time in W. Sahara

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LaayouneAfrica

Current Time

11:13:42 PM
Thursday, December 18, 2025
GMT+1Africa/El_Aaiun

Country Information

Population

597,000

Capital

Laayoune

Area

266,000 km²

Currency

Moroccan Dirham (MAD)

Language

Arabic, Berber

Time Zone Details

Timezone

Africa/El_Aaiun

UTC Offset

GMT+1

Current Status

Night Time

Global Time Comparison

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W. Sahara
11:13:42 PM
New York
05:13:42 PM
-6h behind
London
10:13:42 PM
-1h behind
Paris
11:13:42 PM
Same time
Tokyo
07:13:42 AM
+8h ahead
Sydney
09:13:42 AM
+10h ahead
Dubai
02:13:42 AM
+3h ahead
Singapore
06:13:42 AM
+7h ahead
Mumbai
03:43:42 AM
+5h ahead
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Business Hours (9am-5pm)
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Time Comparison with Neighboring Countries

Time Differences: Morocco is same time, Algeria is same time, Mauritania is 1h behind.

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Cities in W. Sahara

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LaayouneThu 11:13:42 PM
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DakhlaThu 11:13:42 PM
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SmaraThu 11:13:42 PM

Complete Time Zone Guide for W. Sahara

SyncMyTime displays accurate time for Laayoune and Western Sahara. Western European Time (WET, UTC+0) in winter and Western European Summer Time (WEST, UTC+1) in summer.

Time Zone History

Western Sahara follows Moroccan time (WET/WEST) as Morocco administers approximately 80% of the territory. The disputed region has complex timing due to contested sovereignty between Morocco and the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic (SADR) backed by Polisario Front. The territory maintains Moroccan time zones including Morocco's unique Ramadan DST adjustments, reflecting de facto Moroccan control despite international non-recognition of annexation.

Culture & Daily Rhythm

Western Saharan daily life reflects Arab-Berber Sahrawi nomadic traditions under Moroccan administration and ongoing conflict. The five daily prayers structure Muslim schedules. The workday runs 9 AM-5 PM in administered areas. Arabic is dominant language. Phosphate mining drives economy in Moroccan-controlled areas. Refugee camps in Algeria maintain distinct Sahrawi identity. Nomadic pastoral traditions persist where security permits. UN peacekeeping presence (MINURSO) creates international coordination needs. The disputed status affects all aspects of daily life.

Why People Check W. Sahara Time

Many users search W. Sahara time to organize:

  • Phosphate mining operations coordination
  • Fishing industry operations (Atlantic coast)
  • UN peacekeeping mission timing (MINURSO)
  • Humanitarian operations and refugee camps
  • International diplomatic coordination
  • Regional North African operations

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Interesting Facts

Western Sahara is a disputed territory in North Africa.

The territory is mostly controlled by Morocco but claimed by the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic.

Western Sahara is rich in phosphate deposits.

The territory has a small population concentrated in urban areas.

Western Sahara has been the subject of a long-running territorial dispute.