What does CAT stand for?

CAT stands for Central Africa Time. It is UTC+2 and is used in: South Africa, Zimbabwe, Zambia.

What time is it in CAT right now?

The live clock above shows the current time in CAT (UTC+2). It updates every second using your browser's built-in time API.

Which countries or regions use CAT?

CAT is used in the following regions: South Africa, Zimbabwe, Zambia. Note that some regions may use a different abbreviation for the same offset during Daylight Saving Time.

Is CAT the same as UTC+2?

Yes. CAT is the standard abbreviation for the UTC+2 offset. However, the same UTC offset can have multiple abbreviations depending on the region and whether Daylight Saving Time is in effect.

How do I convert CAT time to my local time?

Use the Compare tool on HOUR — add CAT and your city side by side to see the exact difference instantly. You can also use the Time Simulator on the home page to drag through any hour and see both times simultaneously.

Does CAT observe Daylight Saving Time?

Standard time zone abbreviations like CAT refer to a fixed offset (UTC+2). If a region using CAT observes DST, it switches to a different abbreviation during summer — for example, EST switches to EDT. The clock on each region's page always reflects the correct current offset.

What is the difference between CAT and similar time zones?

Time zone abbreviations are not always globally unique — the same letters can refer to different offsets in different regions. CAT on this page specifically refers to Central Africa Time (UTC+2). Always verify the UTC offset when scheduling across regions to avoid confusion.

Can I schedule a meeting across CAT and other time zones?

Yes. Use the Compare page on HOUR — add CAT and any other cities or time zones. The side-by-side view shows all local times simultaneously, making it easy to find a meeting slot that works for everyone.

How accurate is the CAT clock on this page?

The clock uses your browser's built-in Intl.DateTimeFormat API, which reads directly from your device's system clock and applies the correct IANA timezone offset. There is no server delay — the time is always accurate to the second.

CATUTC+2

Central Africa Time

South Africa · Zimbabwe · Zambia

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CAT Time

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Abbreviation

CAT

UTC Offset

UTC+2

Used in

South Africa · Zimbabwe · Zambia

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CAT Time — Central Africa Time

CAT stands for Central Africa Time and is currently UTC+2. This page shows the live current time for the CAT time zone, used across South Africa, Zimbabwe, Zambia.

How to Use This Page

1
Check the live CAT clock
The clock updates every second and always shows the current time in the CAT (Central Africa Time, UTC+2) time zone.
2
Understand the UTC offset
CAT is UTC+2 — meaning it is that many hours ahead or behind Coordinated Universal Time (UTC).
3
See which regions use CAT
The regions listed on this page all share the CAT time zone. Tap any region to open its dedicated clock page.
4
Compare with your location
Open the Compare page and add CAT to see your local time and CAT time side by side.

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