Los Angeles to Nairobi
+10hLos Angeles
PDTSOURCENairobi
EATGreen rows indicate typical business hours (9 AM - 5 PM)
PDT and EAT on the World Map
The map below highlights the PDT (Pacific Standard Time) and EAT (East Africa Time) timezone regions across the globe.
PST – Pacific Standard Time
UTC-08:00Pacific Standard Time (PST) is the time zone for the US and Canadian Pacific coast, 8 hours behind UTC.
- •Silicon Valley and the world's biggest tech companies operate on Pacific Time.
- •The Hollywood film industry runs on PST/PDT.
- •PST is 3 hours behind EST, creating a significant business hours gap.
- •Vancouver, Canada's third-largest city, uses PST.
EAT – East Africa Time
UTC+03:00East Africa Time (EAT) is the time zone for East Africa, 3 hours ahead of UTC.
- •Nairobi is a major tech hub in Africa, often called 'Silicon Savannah'.
- •Ethiopia uses its own calendar, which is 7-8 years behind the Gregorian calendar.
- •EAT is the same offset as MSK (Moscow Time).
About Los Angeles
WikipediaLos Angeles operates on Pacific Time (PST/PDT), 3 hours behind New York. As the entertainment capital, LA time is important for media and tech industries.
Los Angeles is the entertainment capital of the world, home to Hollywood and major film studios.
About Nairobi
WikipediaNairobi operates on East Africa Time (EAT), UTC+3. As the tech hub of Africa (Silicon Savannah), Nairobi leads African fintech and mobile innovation.
Nairobi National Park is the only national park within a capital city, with lions visible against the skyline.
Los Angeles vs Nairobi: Offsets, DST and Best Call Times
Los Angeles runs on Pacific Daylight Time (PDT) at UTC-07:00, currently observing daylight saving time. Nairobi runs on East Africa Time (EAT) at UTC+03:00. That puts Los Angeles 10 hours ahead of Nairobi — a difference of +10h at the current offsets.
In practice, when it is 9:00 AM in Los Angeles it is 7:00 PM in Nairobi. Midnight in Los Angeles is 10:00 AM in Nairobi.Los Angeles observes daylight saving time while Nairobi does not, so the gap narrows or widens by an hour part of the year.
Los Angeles to Nairobi time conversion table
| Los Angeles (PDT) | Nairobi (EAT) | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 10:00 AM | same day |
| 6:00 AM | 4:00 PM | same day |
| 7:00 AM | 5:00 PM | same day |
| 8:00 AM | 6:00 PM | same day |
| 9:00 AM | 7:00 PM | same day |
| 12:00 PM | 10:00 PM | same day |
| 3:00 PM | 1:00 AM | next day |
| 5:00 PM | 3:00 AM | next day |
| 6:00 PM | 4:00 AM | next day |
| 9:00 PM | 7:00 AM | next day |
Why people convert Los Angeles to Nairobi time
- Scheduling a call from Los Angeles to Nairobi: a 10:00 AM start in Los Angeles lands at 8:00 PM in Nairobi, so you can confirm the slot without doing the arithmetic yourself.
- Handling a +10h gap: Los Angeles and Nairobi have no overlap inside a normal 9-to-5 day, so real-time meetings need an early-morning or late-evening slot on one side. 9:00 AM in Nairobi is 7:00 PM in Los Angeles.
- Booking travel or deliveries: tracking Nairobi local time against Los Angeles keeps pickup windows and arrival estimates honest across the +10h offset.
- Always state the zone abbreviation, not just the hour. "3:00 PM PDT" is unambiguous; "3 PM" across a +10h gap is not.
- With a +10h gap there is no shared 9-to-5 window, so alternate the early start: one week Los Angeles takes the early slot, the next week Nairobi does.
- Los Angeles: Clocks fall back on Sun, Nov 1, 2026. Re-check this page after that date because the offset changes and so does the +10h gap.
About PST (Pacific Standard Time)
Pacific Standard Time (PST) covers the west coast of North America, including tech hubs like San Francisco and Seattle, and entertainment capital Los Angeles. The Pacific Time Zone is home to Silicon Valley and the world's largest technology companies. During summer, clocks advance to Pacific Daylight Time (PDT, UTC-07:00). PST is also observed in Baja California, Mexico.
About EAT (East Africa Time)
East Africa Time (EAT) is used in the countries of East Africa including Kenya, Ethiopia, Tanzania, Uganda, and others. EAT does not observe daylight saving time and shares the same offset as Moscow Standard Time (MSK).
Best time to call between Los Angeles and Nairobi
With a +10h offset there is no overlap inside a normal 9 AM – 5 PM day. Nairobi opens at 9:00 AM EAT, which is 7:00 PM in Los Angeles, so real-time calls need an early-morning or late-evening slot on one side.
Business hours overlap
Los Angeles and Nairobi have no shared working hours because of the +10h gap. Teams need to alternate early starts or rely on asynchronous handovers.
Los Angeles is 10 hours ahead of Nairobi (PDT UTC-07:00 → EAT UTC+03:00). There is no shared 9-to-5 window, so plan around an early or late slot. Remember to re-check around daylight-saving transitions.
🕐 Daylight Saving Time Info
Los Angeles
☀ Currently in DST
Standard: UTC-08:00 · DST: UTC-07:00
Clocks fall back on Sun, Nov 1, 2026
Nairobi
Does not observe DST
Learn More About Time
Dive deeper into the fascinating world of timekeeping, time zones, and how they shape our global society:
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Los Angeles and Nairobi?
Los Angeles (PDT, UTC-07:00) is 10 hours ahead of Nairobi (EAT, UTC+03:00). The gap is currently +10h.
How do I convert Los Angeles time to Nairobi time?
Add +10h to Los Angeles local time. For example, 9:00 AM in Los Angeles is 7:00 PM in Nairobi.
What time is it in Nairobi right now?
Nairobi uses EAT at UTC+03:00. Use the live converter at the top of this page — it updates in real time and already accounts for the +10h offset from Los Angeles.
What is the best time to call Nairobi from Los Angeles?
There is no shared working-hours window because of the +10h gap. The closest option is 1:00 PM in Los Angeles, which is 11:00 PM in Nairobi.
Which is ahead, Los Angeles or Nairobi?
Los Angeles is 10 hours ahead of Nairobi. When it is 12:00 PM in Los Angeles it is 10:00 PM in Nairobi.
Do Los Angeles and Nairobi use different time zones?
Los Angeles (USA) uses PDT at UTC-07:00, while Nairobi (Kenya) uses EAT at UTC+03:00. The IANA identifiers are America/Los_Angeles and Africa/Nairobi.
Does daylight saving time affect the Los Angeles–Nairobi difference?
Yes at the moment: Los Angeles is on daylight saving time and Nairobi is not, so the +10h gap shifts by an hour when exactly one of them changes clocks.
Which other cities share Los Angeles's time zone?
PDT also covers Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, Vancouver, San Diego, Portland, Las Vegas, Sacramento and 2 more.
Which countries use PDT, Los Angeles's zone?
PDT is used in United States (Pacific), Canada (British Columbia), Mexico (Baja California).
Is there a day difference between Los Angeles and Nairobi?
Not normally. The +10h gap only pushes the date over for late-evening times.
What is the time difference between Los Angeles and Nairobi?
Nairobi is +10h from Los Angeles.
What timezone is Los Angeles in?
Los Angeles operates on Pacific Time (PST/PDT), 3 hours behind New York. As the entertainment capital, LA time is important for media and tech industries.
What timezone is Nairobi in?
Nairobi operates on East Africa Time (EAT), UTC+3. As the tech hub of Africa (Silicon Savannah), Nairobi leads African fintech and mobile innovation.
What are the business hours in Los Angeles?
Standard business hours in Los Angeles are 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM PST.
What are the business hours in Nairobi?
Standard business hours in Nairobi are 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM EAT.
What is the best time to schedule a call between Los Angeles and Nairobi?
The best overlap for a call is when both cities are in business hours. Los Angeles works 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM PST and Nairobi works 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM EAT (+10h difference). Try scheduling during the overlapping window for maximum convenience.
What currencies are used in Los Angeles and Nairobi?
Los Angeles uses USD ($) while Nairobi uses KES (KSh). Check current exchange rates when planning travel or business between these cities.
How do Los Angeles and Nairobi compare in size?
Los Angeles has a population of approximately 4 million (metro: 13.2 million), while Nairobi has approximately 4.4 million (metro: 6.5 million).
What are the major landmarks in Los Angeles and Nairobi?
Los Angeles is known for Hollywood Sign, Santa Monica Pier, Griffith Observatory. Nairobi is famous for Nairobi National Park, Giraffe Centre, David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust.
Do Los Angeles and Nairobi have stock exchanges?
Yes. Los Angeles has the N/A (Uses NYSE/NASDAQ) and Nairobi has the NSE (Nairobi Securities Exchange). The +10h time difference affects trading hour overlaps between these exchanges.
Which countries use PST (Pacific Standard Time)?
PST is used in United States (Pacific), Canada (British Columbia), Mexico (Baja California).
Does PST observe daylight saving time?
Yes, PST switches to PDT during summer months.
What are some interesting facts about PST?
Silicon Valley and the world's biggest tech companies operate on Pacific Time. The Hollywood film industry runs on PST/PDT.
Which cities are in the EAT timezone?
Major cities in the EAT timezone include Nairobi, Addis Ababa, Dar es Salaam, Kampala, Mogadishu, Antananarivo.
What is the UTC offset for EAT?
East Africa Time (EAT) is at UTC+03:00.
What should I know about the EAT timezone?
Nairobi is a major tech hub in Africa, often called 'Silicon Savannah'. Ethiopia uses its own calendar, which is 7-8 years behind the Gregorian calendar.
When is it midnight in Los Angeles, what time is it in Nairobi?
When it is 12:00 AM (midnight) in Los Angeles (PST), it is +10h later in Nairobi (EAT).
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