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Ile-Ife

Current time in Ile-Ife

21:31
Thursday, 22 October · WAT, UTC+01:00
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20:31
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Ile-Ife, Osun State, Nigeria uses Africa/Lagos, currently WAT (UTC+01:00). No clock changes are scheduled in the next 12 months.

Ile-Ife is a city in Nigeria, with a population of about 560,000. Unlike many places, it does not observe daylight saving time.

Time zone
UTC offset
UTC+01:00
Country
🇳🇬 Nigeria
Population
560,000
Calling code
+234
Currency
NGN

Ile-Ife vs. other major cities

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    Sunrise / sunset
    06:27 / 18:24
    Day length
    11h 57m

    Ile-Ife, beyond the clock

    Written for people arriving, calling in, or planning a trip around the time difference.

    Where to stay

    Neighborhood guide

    The central area near Ile-Ife's main market and palace keeps historic sites and everyday services within reach of each other. Quieter neighborhoods spread out from this core, generally requiring local transport.

    What to see

    Timed to the light

    The city's historic sites, tied to its significance in Yoruba tradition, are best visited in the cooler morning hours before the day's heat builds. Local museums offer an unhurried midday alternative.

    Weather & daylight

    October

    Sunrise
    06:27
    Sunset
    18:24
    Daylight
    11h 57m
    Getting around

    Transit notes

    Shared taxis and minibuses cover most routes around town, with motorcycle taxis offering a quicker option for shorter trips. The central market area is walkable.

    Best time to visit

    Seasons & timing

    This region has a tropical climate with a pronounced wet season roughly from April through October, so the drier months from around November through March tend to be more comfortable for outdoor exploring. Humidity stays fairly high year-round.

    Currency & language

    🇳🇬 NGN

    Nigeria uses the NGN, calling code +234.

    Nigeria uses the naira, and English is the official language, with Yoruba widely spoken locally. A respectful greeting, particularly toward elders, is an important part of local etiquette.

    Common questions

    What time zone is Ile-Ife in?
    Ile-Ife uses the Africa/Lagos time zone, currently WAT (UTC+01:00).
    Does Ile-Ife observe daylight saving time?
    No clock changes are scheduled for Ile-Ife in the next year.
    How many hours ahead or behind is Ile-Ife?
    Ile-Ife is 1 hour ahead of UTC, 5 hours ahead of New York City, on the same time as London and 8 hours behind Tokyo.

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