Quelimane is a coastal city in Mozambique and follows Central Africa Time (CAT), which is UTC+2 year-round with no daylight saving time.
Current Time
Quelimane uses Central Africa Time (CAT), which is UTC +2 and remains consistent throughout the year.
Quick Facts
- Quelimane is a coastal city in central Mozambique.
- Time zone: Central Africa Time (CAT).
- UTC offset: UTC +2 hours.
- No daylight saving time observed.
- Located near the Bons Sinais River and the Indian Ocean.
Time Difference From
- Sydney: Quelimane is 8–9 hours behind depending on daylight saving.
- New York: Quelimane is 6–7 hours ahead.
- London: Quelimane is 2 hours ahead.
- Los Angeles: Quelimane is 10–11 hours ahead.
- Dubai: Quelimane is 2 hours behind.
Daylight Saving Time
- Quelimane does not observe daylight saving time.
- The time remains the same all year.
Best Time to Call
- Best time to call Quelimane from Sydney is afternoon (2:00 PM – 6:00 PM Sydney time).
- This corresponds to 5:00 AM – 9:00 AM Quelimane time.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time zone is Quelimane in?
- Quelimane uses Central Africa Time (CAT), UTC +2.
Does Quelimane change clocks for daylight saving?
- No, Quelimane does not use daylight saving time.
Is Quelimane the same time as Maputo?
- Yes, Quelimane and Maputo share the same time zone.
What continent is Quelimane in?
- Quelimane is located in Africa.
Where It Is Used / Located
- Quelimane is located in Mozambique, in southeastern Africa.
- Central Africa Time (CAT) is used across Mozambique.
Famous For
- Coastal location and riverfront views.
- Historic Portuguese colonial influence.
- Coconut plantations and agriculture.
- Gateway to nearby natural and coastal areas.
Additional Notes
- Quelimane is one of Mozambique’s oldest colonial cities.
- It has a relaxed atmosphere compared to larger cities.
- The city plays a role in regional trade and agriculture.



