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

About WAT to EAT Conversion

Converting time between WAT and EAT requires understanding their time zone offsets and any daylight saving time adjustments. WAT (WAT) operates at UTC+1, while EAT (EAT) is set to UTC+3. This means EAT is 2 hours ahead WAT. For example, when it's 5:35 AM WAT on February 4, 2026, it's 7:35 AM EAT in EAT. Use this converter to quickly find the equivalent time in EAT for any time in WAT, 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 WAT and EAT?

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

Is EAT ahead of or behind WAT?

EAT is ahead of WAT by 2 hours. When it's 5 PM in WAT, it's 7:00 PM in EAT.

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

You add 2 hours to WAT to get EAT. For example, 5 PM WAT + 2 hours = 7:00 PM EAT.

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

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

What is 5 PM WAT in EAT?

5 PM WAT is 7:00 PM EAT. This conversion accounts for the 2-hour time difference between the two timezones.

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

Yes, the conversion between WAT and EAT 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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