Time Difference: Lagos vs New York City
Lagos
5:15:41 PM WAT
Friday, November 13, 2026
6h
6h
New York City
11:15:41 AM EST
Friday, November 13, 2026
New York City is 6 hours behind Lagos.
Quick Reference
- Lagos
- WAT (GMT+1)
No Daylight Saving Time
- New York City
- EST (GMT-5)
EDT starts on Mar 14, 2027
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the time difference between Lagos and New York City?
- New York City is 6 hours behind Lagos.
- When is the best time to call from Lagos to New York City?
- The best time to call is during overlapping business hours (9 AM – 5 PM) in both cities. Use the interactive converter on this page to visually compare hours side by side.
- Does the time difference change with daylight saving time?
- The time difference may change when either city enters or exits daylight saving time. Lagos uses WAT and New York City uses EST.