Understanding the time zones and daylight saving practices in Morocco can be quite interesting. Here's a detailed look into the current time, time zones, and unique time-related customs in Morocco.
Current Time in El Arab, Morocco
As of Friday, 30 May 2025, the time in El Arab, Morocco is 12:33.
Time Zone
Morocco operates on one nationwide time zone: WEST (Western European Summer Time), which is UTC/GMT +1 hour.
Daylight Saving Time (DST)
Morocco has experimented with daylight saving time (DST) multiple times since 1939. The most recent continuous implementation began in 2008. The last DST change occurred on 23 Feb 2025, with clocks going back 1 hour. The preliminary date for the next change is yet to be determined.
Changes in Daylight Saving Times: Since 1939, Morocco has tried to introduce daylight saving six times: from 1939 to 1940, in 1950, in 1967, in 1974, 1976 to 1978 and 2008 until today.
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Morocco's Single Time Zone
Morocco has an east-west extension of 11.7 degrees of longitude, corresponding to about 1100 kilometers. The position of the sun in the west of the country differs from that in the east by only about 47 minutes. The sun rises and sets 47 minutes later in the west than in the east.
This time difference is normal and doesn't necessitate multiple time zones. Multiple time zones would only be practical from 15 degrees of longitude.
The Ramadan Time in Morocco
RAMADAN in MOROCCO!! | IFTAR with the locals in MARRAKESH & IMLIL (AMAZIGH PEOPLE)!!
Morocco has a very special time zone: Ramadan time. During Ramadan, clocks are turned back one hour to artificially shorten the day. This adjustment is made because, during the fasting time, individuals should fast during the day until sunset. By turning the clocks back, the daily fast is shortened as it gets dark earlier in the evening.
Future Clock Changes
The dates for time changes in Morocco differ from those in North America. Instead of the second Sunday in March and the first Sunday in November, Morocco observes different dates for time changes.
Additional Information
- Country: Morocco
- Type: Tribal Area
- Latitude/Longitude: 31°30'N / 8°26'W
- Currency: Moroccan Dirham (MAD)
- Languages: Arabic, Berber
- Airport: Marrakech-Menara Airport, RAK (approximately 39 km ENE of El Arab)
Summary of Time Zone Information
Here is a summary of the key time-related details for Morocco:
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| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Time Zone | WEST (Western European Summer Time) |
| UTC/GMT | +1 hour |
| DST Ended | 23 Feb 2025 |
| Clock Change | Back 1 hour |
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