Current Time in Accra, Ghana
Exact time synced with atomic clocks (IANA + NTP)
Country
Dialling: +233
City Details
Accra
Lat: 5.6037° N
Long: 0.187° W
Population: 2,300,000
Time Zone
Africa/Accra
GMT
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Overview
Accra is the capital and largest city of Ghana, with approximately 2.9 million in the city and 4.5 million in Greater Accra as of 2025. It is West Africa's most politically stable and business-friendly capital, consistently ranking among the continent's top cities for ease of doing business. Ghana was the first sub-Saharan African country to gain independence (1957) and Accra is a regional hub for finance, media and technology.
Administrative Region
Greater Accra Region
GH-AA
Local Currency
GH₵
Metadata
- Web Domain.gh
- ISO CodeGH-AA
Culture & Daily Life
📜 History & Origins
The Ga people established a series of small towns on the coast from the 14th–15th centuries. The Dutch built Fort Crèvecoeur in 1649 and the British established James Fort in 1673, beginning Accra's development as a European trading post. The British made Accra the administrative capital of the Gold Coast Colony in 1877, replacing Cape Coast. On 6 March 1957, Kwame Nkrumah proclaimed Ghanaian independence here at Independence Square — the first sub-Saharan African state to achieve it.
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👥 Demographics
✨ Leisure Highlights
- •Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum and Independence Square
- •Jamestown district and lighthouse
- •National Museum of Ghana
- •Labadi (La Pleasure) Beach
- •Makola Market — main city market
🎒 Visitor Tip
Accra is one of Africa's most accessible capitals for first-time visitors. Uber and Bolt operate reliably. Labadi Beach is the most popular and easiest beach to reach. The National Museum and the W.E.B. Du Bois Centre are the best cultural starting points. Jamestown — the oldest neighbourhood near the lighthouse — is the most historically atmospheric area. The Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum at Independence Square is architecturally distinctive. Osu has the best restaurants and bars.
Geography & Climate
Land & Terrain
Surface area and physical characteristics
Located on the Atlantic coast of the Gulf of Guinea in southern Ghana, on a flat to gently undulating coastal plain at near sea level. The city is largely flat, ranging from 0m at the coast to approximately 61m inland. The Densu River forms the western boundary. The coast has a series of sandy beaches and rocky headlands.
Climate Stats
Tropical wet and dry (Köppen Aw)
Avg Summer
29°C
Avg Winter
27°C
Annual Rainfall
730 mm
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Frequently Asked Questions about time in Accra
What timezone is Accra in?↓
Accra is in the Africa/Accra time zone (Africa/Accra), currently UTCGMT.
Does Ghana observe daylight saving time?↓
No. Ghana does not observe daylight saving time. Accra stays on Accra (UTCGMT) year-round, so the clocks never change.
What is Accra?↓
Accra stands for Africa/Accra. It is UTCGMT and is the standard time used in Ghana.
What is the time difference between Accra and New York?↓
Accra is 5 hours ahead of New York (EST). When New York switches to EDT in summer, the difference decreases by 1 hour.
How accurate is the time shown for Accra?↓
The time displayed for Accra is synced with atomic clock sources via NTP (Network Time Protocol) and uses IANA timezone data to ensure accuracy to the second. It automatically reflects any daylight saving time changes.
What does UTCGMT mean for Accra?↓
UTCGMT means Accra is aligned with Coordinated Universal Time (UTC), the global standard for timekeeping.
What are the business hours in Accra?↓
Standard business hours in Accra are typically Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM Accra (UTCGMT). Many businesses also operate Saturday mornings. Public holidays follow the Ghana national calendar.
Is there much time difference between Accra and London?↓
Accra is within a few hours of London, so scheduling calls is usually straightforward. Always confirm the current local time in both cities, especially around daylight saving time changes.