EAT to WAT Converter

Convert between any time zones worldwide. Free and accurate time zone converter with DST support.

Edit time and date on either side to see the conversion instantly.

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EAT
East Africa Time
Date changes are handled automatically when conversions cross midnight.
WAT
West Africa Time
Date changes are handled automatically when conversions cross midnight.

About EAT to WAT Conversion

Converting time between EAT and WAT requires understanding their time zone offsets and any daylight saving time adjustments. EAT (EAT) operates at UTC+3, while WAT (WAT) is set to UTC+1. This means WAT is 2 hours behind EAT. For example, when it's 7:29 AM EAT on February 4, 2026, it's 5:29 AM WAT in WAT. Use this converter to quickly find the equivalent time in WAT for any time in EAT, whether you're scheduling meetings, planning travel, or coordinating with teams across different time zones.

How to Use the Time Zone Converter

  1. Select your source timezone from the "From timezone" dropdown (use search to find quickly)
  2. Enter the date and time you want to convert (or click "Today" and "Now" for current time)
  3. Select your target timezone from the "To timezone" dropdown
  4. The conversion updates automatically as you change inputs - no button needed!
  5. Use "Copy" button to copy the converted time, or use presets for quick conversions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the time difference between EAT and WAT?

The time difference between EAT and WAT is 2 hours. WAT is 2 hours behind EAT.

Is WAT ahead of or behind EAT?

WAT is behind EAT by 2 hours. When it's 12 PM in EAT, it's 10:00 AM in WAT.

How many hours do you add to EAT to get WAT?

You subtract 2 hours from EAT to get WAT. For example, 12 PM EAT - 2 hours = 10:00 AM WAT.

Does the EAT to WAT time difference change during Daylight Saving Time?

No, the time difference between EAT and WAT remains constant throughout the year. Neither timezone observes Daylight Saving Time, so the 2-hour difference stays the same.

What is 12 PM EAT in WAT?

12 PM EAT is 10:00 AM WAT. This conversion accounts for the 2-hour time difference between the two timezones.

Is EAT the same throughout the year when converting to WAT?

Yes, the conversion between EAT and WAT remains consistent throughout the year. Since neither timezone observes Daylight Saving Time, the 2-hour difference is constant, making conversions predictable and straightforward.

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