Current Time in Sokoto, 51, Nigeria
2026 October 29
Sokoto Timezone, Daylight Saving & Geography
Sokoto, 51, Nigeria is located in the Africa/Lagos timezone, currently operating at UTC+01:00 (WAT). Sokoto is currently on standard time. There are no Daylight Saving Time clock changes scheduled for Sokoto in the upcoming 12 months.
Today in Sokoto, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset is at 18:13, with solar noon at 12:22 and a total daylight duration of 11h 41m. Geographic coordinates for Sokoto are 13.06269, 5.24322 at an approximate elevation of 296 m above sea level. The recorded population of Sokoto is approximately 563,861 inhabitants.
Sokoto is a city in northwestern Nigeria. It's the capital of Sokoto State. The city is historically significant as the former capital of the Sokoto Caliphate. It has a rich cultural heritage, reflected in its architecture and traditions. Sokoto is a major center for Islamic scholarship. The Usman Dan Fodio Mosque is a prominent landmark. The city's economy relies on agriculture and trade. Sokoto is known for its hot, dry climate.
Time Difference from Sokoto to Major World Hubs
| Global Hub | Current Hub Time | Sokoto Relative Difference |
|---|---|---|
| UTC / GMT | 20:31 | 1 hr ahead |
| London | 20:31 | 1 hr ahead |
| New York | 16:31 | 5 hrs ahead |
| Tokyo | 05:31 | 8 hrs behind |
| Sydney | 07:31 | 10 hrs behind |
Sokoto, 51, Nigeria 24-Hour Time Conversion Table
Working hours & hourly schedule in Sokoto
| Your Local Time | Sokoto, 51, Nigeria (WAT) |
|---|---|
| 00:00 | 1 : 00 (1 : 00AM) |
| 01:00 | 2 : 00 (2 : 00AM) |
| 02:00 | 3 : 00 (3 : 00AM) |
| 03:00 | 4 : 00 (4 : 00AM) |
| 04:00 | 5 : 00 (5 : 00AM) |
| 05:00 | 6 : 00 (6 : 00AM) |
| 06:00 | 7 : 00 (7 : 00AM) |
| 07:00 | 8 : 00 (8 : 00AM) |
| 08:00 | 9 : 00 (9 : 00AM) |
| 09:00 | 10 : 00 (10 : 00AM) |
| 10:00 | 11 : 00 (11 : 00AM) |
| 11:00 | 12 : 00 (12 : 00PM) |
| 12:00 | 13 : 00 (1 : 00PM) |
| 13:00 | 14 : 00 (2 : 00PM) |
| 14:00 | 15 : 00 (3 : 00PM) |
| 15:00 | 16 : 00 (4 : 00PM) |
| 16:00 | 17 : 00 (5 : 00PM) |
| 17:00 | 18 : 00 (6 : 00PM) |
| 18:00 | 19 : 00 (7 : 00PM) |
| 19:00 | 20 : 00 (8 : 00PM) |
| 20:00 | 21 : 00 (9 : 00PM) |
| 21:00 | 22 : 00 (10 : 00PM) |
| 22:00 | 23 : 00 (11 : 00PM) |
| 23:00 | 0 : 00 (12 : 00AM) |
Frequently Asked Questions about Time in Sokoto
- What timezone is Sokoto, Nigeria in?
- Sokoto follows the Africa/Lagos IANA timezone with a current UTC offset of UTC+01:00 (WAT).
- Does Sokoto observe Daylight Saving Time (DST)?
- Sokoto is currently on standard time (WAT, UTC+01:00). No DST transitions are scheduled for Sokoto over the next year.
- What time is sunrise and sunset in Sokoto today?
- Sunrise in Sokoto today is at 06:31 and sunset is at 18:13, providing 11h 41m of daylight.
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