Khartoum, Sudan uses Africa/Khartoum, currently CAT (UTC+02:00). No clock changes are scheduled in the next 12 months.
Khartoum is the capital of Sudan, with a population of about 2 million. Unlike many places, it does not observe daylight saving time.
The band below is your local scale — accent shows when everyone's business hours overlap. Add or remove a city on the left and this updates too.
Written for people arriving, calling in, or planning a trip around the time difference.
Central districts near the Nile confluence keep government buildings, markets, and hotels within reasonable reach, while outer neighborhoods are more spread out and dependent on road transport. Staying centrally keeps you close to the city's main landmarks.
The confluence of the Blue and White Nile is a notable sight, best viewed in the relative cool of early morning or evening given the intense daytime heat. Markets and historic sites are more comfortable to explore outside the hottest hours.
Shared taxis and buses are the common ways to get around, with private or arranged transport offering more comfort in the heat. Walking is best limited to shorter distances given the climate.
Winter months, roughly November to February, bring somewhat cooler, more comfortable temperatures compared to the extreme heat of the summer months. This desert climate stays dry for most of the year, with a brief rainy season in summer.
Sudan uses the SDG, calling code +249.
Sudan's currency is the Sudanese pound, and Arabic is the official language, with English also spoken in some official and business contexts. Hospitality is highly valued, and accepting an offer of tea is a warm, customary gesture.
