Lebanon flagCurrent Time in Lebanon

Check local time in Beirut and all Lebanon cities. Lebanon spans 2 time zones.

Lebanon Quick Facts

🏛️ Capital City
Beirut
👥 Population
6.8M
💰 Currency
ل.ل Lebanese Pound
📞 Phone Code
+961
🗣️ Official Languages
ArabicFrench

🕐 Time Zones in Lebanon

EET (UTC+2)EEST (UTC+3)

Lebanon uses Eastern European Time (UTC+2/+3). Beirut is the capital on the Mediterranean coast.

Daylight Saving Time observance in Lebanon varies. Check current local time using our tool to ensure accuracy, especially during spring and autumn when DST transitions typically occur.

🏙️ Major Cities in Lebanon (1 cities)

Beirut
Beirut

Click on any city to see detailed local time, sunrise/sunset times, and weather information.

📞 Best Time to Call Lebanon

Calling Lebanon from the US requires careful planning due to the significant time difference. If you're on the East Coast (EST), try calling between 8:00 PM and 10:00 PM, which will be morning time in Lebanon. West Coast callers (PST) can call between 5:00 PM and 7:00 PM. For UK callers, early morning calls work best.

Standard business hours in Lebanon are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM or 6:00 PM local time, Monday through Friday. Government offices and banks may have shorter hours. Many businesses close for lunch, especially in Southern European, Latin American, and Asian countries.

✈️ Time-Related Travel Tips for Lebanon

When traveling to Lebanon, expect significant jet lag if coming from Europe or the Americas. Allow 1-2 days to adjust to the time difference. Most Lebanon hotels will have alarm clocks, but setting your phone to local time immediately upon arrival helps. Multiple languages are spoken including Arabic and French. Business meetings often start punctually, so account for traffic when planning.

🎯 Interesting Facts About Time in Lebanon

  • •The capital Beirut is the political center of Lebanon with a total national population of 6.8M.
  • •Many Asian countries, including Lebanon, historically based their time zones on Beijing or Tokyo time during different periods.
  • •Time zone boundaries don't always follow geographical lines - they're often adjusted for political, economic, or practical reasons.
  • •The concept of standardized time zones was developed in the 19th century with the expansion of railways, replacing local solar time.

About Time in Lebanon

Lebanon spans 2 time zones, from EET (UTC+2) to EEST (UTC+3). This makes it relatively straightforward to coordinate times across the country.

The capital city Beirut serves as the political and often economic center of Lebanon. Major business activities are spread across cities including Beirut.

When planning international calls, video conferences, or business meetings with contacts in Lebanon, it's important to consider the time zone difference. EET (UTC+2) is the most commonly referenced time zone for Lebanon. However, depending on the specific location, you may need to account for EEST (UTC+3).

Lebanon uses the Lebanese Pound (ل.ل) as its official currency. The international dialing code is +961.Multiple languages are spoken, including Arabic, French.

🏙️ Cities in LebanonLebanon flag

Explore local time in 1 city across Lebanon

Beirut
Beirut

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Frequently Asked Questions About Time in Lebanon

What time zone is Lebanon in?

Lebanon spans 2 time zones: EET (UTC+2), EEST (UTC+3). The capital Beirut uses EET (UTC+2).

Does Lebanon observe Daylight Saving Time?

Daylight Saving Time observance in Lebanon varies. Check current local time using our tool to ensure accuracy, especially during spring and autumn when DST transitions typically occur.

What is the best time to call Lebanon from the US?

Calling Lebanon from the US requires careful planning due to the significant time difference. If you're on the East Coast (EST), try calling between 8:00 PM and 10:00 PM, which will be morning time in Lebanon. West Coast callers (PST) can call between 5:00 PM and 7:00 PM. For UK callers, early morning calls work best.

What are typical business hours in Lebanon?

Standard business hours in Lebanon are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM or 6:00 PM local time, Monday through Friday. Government offices and banks may have shorter hours. Many businesses close for lunch, especially in Southern European, Latin American, and Asian countries.