City Time Difference Time difference between COTONOU and Sam：COTONOU is 8 hours ahead compared to Sam
The time difference between COTONOU and Sam is 8 hoursTime Zone Comparison
COTONOU （Benin）
Time Zone |
Africa/Porto-Novo |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+1 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Sam （Timor-Leste）
Time Zone |
Asia/Dili |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+9 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Specified CityCOTONOU
Africa/Porto-Novo
Cotonou, Benin: West Africa's economic powerhouse and port hub
Cotonou, the largest city and economic capital of Benin, is located in the southeast of the country along the Gulf of Guinea. Although it is not the official administrative capital (Porto Novo is the political capital), it is the country's economic, trade and cultural center. As an important port city in West Africa, the Port of Cotonou is the central hub for Benin's imported and exported goods, connecting landlocked countries such as Niger and Nigeria, and assuming a key role in regional trade. The city is famous for the Dawi Market, one of the largest traditional markets in West Africa, where handicrafts and agricultural products are actively traded. The climate is tropical and monsoonal, with year-round warmth and distinct wet and dry seasons. With its blend of colonial French architecture and indigenous culture, Cotonou is an important gateway for exploring Benin and the West African region.
Comparison CitySam
Asia/Dili
Same, East Timor: the mountainous center of Ainaro District
Same, the capital of Timor-Leste's Ainaro District, is located about 50 kilometers south of the capital, Dili, in the mountainous interior and is an important agricultural and transportation hub for the country. It is known for its coffee farming, surrounded by terraced fields that produce Timor-Leste's premium Arabica coffee beans. Historically, Samu was an important stronghold during Timor-Leste's War of Independence, and remnants of the resistance movement still remain in the area, attracting history buffs to explore. The surrounding area is rich in natural beauty and close to Mount Ramelau, Timor-Leste's highest peak, making it a stopover for hiking enthusiasts. A blend of traditional Timacu culture and modern townscape, Samu offers a unique look at the interior of Timor-Leste.