Current Time in Balaka, Malawi 🇲🇼
Lat/Long: 14.98° S, 34.96° E
Region: Southern Region
IANA Timezone: Africa/Blantyre
Timezone: CAT
Daylight Saving Time: No ❌
Standard Timezone Abbreviations used in Malawi: CAT
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| Date | Fajr | Sunrise | Dhuhr | Asr | Maghrib | Isha |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun, 24 May ● | 04:39 | 05:56 | 11:36 | 14:52 | 17:17 | 18:47 |
| Mon, 25 May | 04:39 | 05:56 | 11:37 | 14:52 | 17:17 | 18:47 |
| Tue, 26 May | 04:39 | 05:57 | 11:37 | 14:52 | 17:17 | 18:47 |
| Wed, 27 May | 04:39 | 05:57 | 11:37 | 14:52 | 17:17 | 18:47 |
| Thu, 28 May | 04:39 | 05:57 | 11:37 | 14:52 | 17:17 | 18:47 |
| Fri, 29 May | 04:40 | 05:58 | 11:37 | 14:52 | 17:16 | 18:46 |
| Sat, 30 May | 04:40 | 05:58 | 11:37 | 14:52 | 17:16 | 18:46 |
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Sunrise & Sunset Times for Balaka
Sunrise
in Balaka
↑
5:56 AM
Sunset
in Balaka
↓
5:17 PM
Day Length
11h 20m
Dawn
in Balaka
5:33 AM
Dusk
in Balaka
5:40 PM
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Moon Phases & Times for Balaka
Current Phase
First Quarter
Illumination
55.3%
Next Moonrise
↑
Today, 12:42
Next Moonset
↓
Tomorrow, 00:53
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Frequently Asked Questions about Balaka
What time is it in Balaka right now?
The current local time in Balaka is 00:53 on Sunday, May 24, 2026. Balaka follows the Africa/Blantyre time zone.
What time zone is Balaka in?
Balaka uses the Africa/Blantyre IANA time zone (UTC+02:00). This zone covers the city and surrounding region year-round, with automatic adjustments during daylight saving when applicable.
How many hours ahead or behind UTC is Balaka?
Balaka is UTC+02:00 during standard time. To convert UTC to Balaka local time, shift the clock 02:00 hours forward.
Is Balaka on daylight saving time right now?
No — Balaka is not currently observing daylight saving time as of May 24, 2026.
What time is sunrise and sunset in Balaka today?
Today in Balaka: sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset is at 17:17, giving 11h 20m of daylight.
What moon phase is visible over Balaka tonight?
The moon phase over Balaka tonight is First Quarter with 55.3% illumination.