Where to stay
Neighborhood guide
Central Nyala, near its main market, keeps everyday services within a compact area convenient for a short stay. Outer districts spread further into the surrounding semi-arid countryside.
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Nyala, Southern Darfur, Sudan uses Africa/Khartoum, currently CAT (UTC+02:00). No clock changes are scheduled in the next 12 months.
Nyala is a city in Sudan, home to around 565,700 people. It keeps the same time year-round, with no daylight saving changes.
Time zone
UTC offset
UTC+02:00
Country
🇸🇩 Sudan
Population
565,734
Calling code
+249
Currency
SDG
Nyala vs. other major cities
Shift date & time
−12h+12h
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- Sunrise / sunset
- 06:09 / 18:00
- Day length
- 11h 51m
Nyala, beyond the clock
Written for people arriving, calling in, or planning a trip around the time difference.
What to see
Timed to the light
The city's market area is most active and comfortable to visit in the cooler morning hours, given the region's heat. Surrounding rural landscapes offer a quieter contrast to the busy center.
Weather & daylight
October
- Sunrise
- 06:09
- Sunset
- 18:00
- Daylight
- 11h 51m
Getting around
Transit notes
Local buses and shared taxis are the common way to get around, with private taxis available for more direct trips. The central market district is walkable for shorter visits.
Best time to visit
Seasons & timing
This part of Sudan has a hot, semi-arid climate with a short rainy season around the middle of the year, so the cooler, drier months from around November through February are generally the most comfortable for a visit. Daytime heat can be intense outside that window.
Currency & language
🇸🇩 SDG
Sudan uses the SDG, calling code +249.
Sudan uses the Sudanese pound, and Arabic is the official language. A warm, hospitable welcome and offers of tea or coffee are a customary part of everyday interactions.
Common questions
What time zone is Nyala in?
Nyala uses the Africa/Khartoum time zone, currently CAT (UTC+02:00).
Does Nyala observe daylight saving time?
No clock changes are scheduled for Nyala in the next year.
How many hours ahead or behind is Nyala?
Nyala is 2 hours ahead of UTC, 6 hours ahead of New York City, 1 hour ahead of London and 7 hours behind Tokyo. Relative to your own clock: .