EST to WAT Converter
Eastern Time
9:50:41 AM EST
Friday, November 13, 2026
6h
6h
West Africa Time
3:50:41 PM WAT
Friday, November 13, 2026
West Africa Time (WAT) is 6 hours ahead of Eastern Time (EST / EDT).
Quick Reference
- Eastern Time
- EST (GMT-5)
EDT starts on Mar 14, 2027
- West Africa Time
- WAT (GMT+1)
No Daylight Saving Time
Cities in EST
Cities in WAT
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the difference between EST and WAT?
- WAT is 6 hours ahead of EST.
- How do I convert EST to WAT?
- To convert from EST to WAT, add 6 hours. Use the interactive converter on this page to convert specific times.
- What cities are in EST and WAT?
- Cities in EST include New York City, Washington DC, Boston, Philadelphia, Atlanta. Cities in WAT include Lagos, Abuja, Kano, Ibadan, Port Harcourt.