Current Time in Sokoto, Nigeria
Sokoto is on West Africa Time – WAT (UTC+1) right now. Sokoto does not observe daylight saving time.
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· Sokoto
Africa/Lagos
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Time zone of Sokoto
| Time zone | West Africa Time |
|---|---|
| Abbreviation | WAT |
| UTC offset | UTC+1 |
| IANA time zone id | Africa/Lagos |
| Daylight saving time | Not observed |
Time difference between Sokoto and other cities
Daylight saving time in Sokoto
Sokoto does not observe daylight saving time. The clocks stay on UTC+1 all year, so conversions never shift.
Sokoto time FAQ
What time is it in Sokoto right now?
Sokoto is on WAT (UTC+1). The live clock at the top of this page shows the current local time in Sokoto, updated every second.
What time zone is Sokoto in?
Sokoto is in West Africa Time, abbreviated WAT, UTC+1. Its IANA time zone id is Africa/Lagos.
Does Sokoto observe daylight saving time?
No. Sokoto stays on UTC+1 all year.
What is the time difference between Sokoto and New York?
New York is 6 hours behind Sokoto.
Other cities in Nigeria
Updated 7 November 2026. Time zone data: IANA tz database.