Time in South Sudan - Time Zones

South Sudan Quick Facts

🏛️ Capital City

Juba

👥 Population

11M

💰 Currency

SSP South Sudanese Pound

📞 Phone Code

+211

🗣️ Official Languages

EnglishArabic

🕐 Time Zones in South Sudan

CAT (UTC+2)

South Sudan uses Central Africa Time (UTC+2). Juba is the capital of the world's youngest country, independent since 2011.

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

🏙️ Major Cities in South Sudan (1 cities)

Juba

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

📞 Best Time to Call South Sudan

When calling South Sudan, consider the time zone difference of CAT (UTC+2). 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 South Sudan 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 South Sudan

When planning your trip to South Sudan, 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 South Sudan

•Despite its size, South Sudan uses only one time zone, simplifying scheduling across the entire country.
•The capital Juba is the political center of South Sudan with a total national population of 11M.
•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 South Sudan

South Sudan uses a single time zone (CAT (UTC+2)). This makes it relatively straightforward to coordinate times across the country.

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

When planning international calls, video conferences, or business meetings with contacts in South Sudan, it's important to consider the time zone difference. CAT (UTC+2) is the most commonly referenced time zone for South Sudan.

South Sudan uses the South Sudanese Pound (SSP) as its official currency. The international dialing code is +211.Multiple languages are spoken, including English, Arabic.

🏙️ Cities in South Sudan

Explore local time in 1 city across South Sudan

Juba

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Frequently Asked Questions About Time in South Sudan

What time zone is South Sudan in?

South Sudan uses CAT (UTC+2). The capital Juba uses CAT (UTC+2).

Does South Sudan observe Daylight Saving Time?

Daylight Saving Time observance in South Sudan 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 South Sudan from the US?

When calling South Sudan, consider the time zone difference of CAT (UTC+2). 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 South Sudan?

Standard business hours in South Sudan 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.