Time in Madagascar - Time Zones

Madagascar Quick Facts

🏛️ Capital City

Antananarivo

👥 Population

28M

💰 Currency

Ar Malagasy Ariary

📞 Phone Code

+261

🗣️ Official Languages

MalagasyFrench

🕐 Time Zones in Madagascar

EAT (UTC+3)

Madagascar uses East Africa Time (UTC+3). Antananarivo is the highland capital of the world's fourth-largest island.

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

🏙️ Major Cities in Madagascar (1 cities)

Antananarivo

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

📞 Best Time to Call Madagascar

When calling Madagascar, consider the time zone difference of EAT (UTC+3). Business hours are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM local time. Use our time converter tool to find the optimal calling time from your location.

Standard business hours in Madagascar 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 Madagascar

When planning your trip to Madagascar, factor in the time zone change and allow time to adjust. Local business hours, cultural customs around punctuality, and communication styles may differ from your home country. Download offline maps and translation apps before traveling.

🎯 Interesting Facts About Time in Madagascar

•Despite its size, Madagascar uses only one time zone, simplifying scheduling across the entire country.
•The capital Antananarivo is the political center of Madagascar with a total national population of 28M.
•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 Madagascar

Madagascar uses a single time zone (EAT (UTC+3)). This makes it relatively straightforward to coordinate times across the country.

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

When planning international calls, video conferences, or business meetings with contacts in Madagascar, it's important to consider the time zone difference. EAT (UTC+3) is the most commonly referenced time zone for Madagascar.

Madagascar uses the Malagasy Ariary (Ar) as its official currency. The international dialing code is +261.Multiple languages are spoken, including Malagasy, French.

🏙️ Cities in Madagascar

Explore local time in 1 city across Madagascar

Antananarivo

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Frequently Asked Questions About Time in Madagascar

What time zone is Madagascar in?

Madagascar uses EAT (UTC+3). The capital Antananarivo uses EAT (UTC+3).

Does Madagascar observe Daylight Saving Time?

Daylight Saving Time observance in Madagascar 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 Madagascar from the US?

When calling Madagascar, consider the time zone difference of EAT (UTC+3). Business hours are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM local time. Use our time converter tool to find the optimal calling time from your location.

What are typical business hours in Madagascar?

Standard business hours in Madagascar 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.