What time is it in Eritrea right now?

The clock on this page shows the live time in Eritrea (Africa/Asmara), currently UTC+3.

How many time zones does Eritrea have?

Eritrea uses a single time zone, Africa/Asmara (UTC+3).

Does Eritrea observe daylight saving time?

No — Eritrea keeps the same UTC offset all year.

Current time in Eritrea

Africa · Africa/Asmara

Eritrea

10:25 PM

July 11, 2026

UTC+3 Night

Quick facts

Capital: Asmara
Population: 6,209,262
Currency: Nakfa (ERN)
Phone code: +291
Daylight saving: No

Neighbouring countries

Djibouti
Ethiopia
Sudan

About Eritrea

Eritrea keeps a single clock nationwide, UTC+3, the time kept in Asmara. Wherever you are in the country, the local time matches.

Eritrea has its capital at Asmara, is home to about 6.2 million people and covers about 121,000 km². It shares a border with Djibouti, Ethiopia and Sudan. People here mostly speak Afar, Arabic and Tigre. Prices are in nakfa (ERN).

Frequently asked questions

What time is it in Eritrea right now?: The clock on this page shows the live time in Eritrea (Africa/Asmara), currently UTC+3.
How many time zones does Eritrea have?: Eritrea uses a single time zone, Africa/Asmara (UTC+3).
Does Eritrea observe daylight saving time?: No — Eritrea keeps the same UTC offset all year.