Skip to content

GST to WAT Converter

WAT is 3 hours behind GST

Current GST Time
--:--:-- --
Asia/Dubai
Current WAT Time
--:--:-- --
Africa/Lagos
Time Diff
3h behind
GST
UTC+4
WAT
UTC+1
Overlapping hours: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM GST (5h)

GST to WAT Conversion Table

Green rows indicate standard business hours (9 AM – 5 PM) in WAT

GST to WAT time conversion table showing all 24 hours
GST WAT
12:00 AM 9:00 PM -1d
1:00 AM 10:00 PM -1d
2:00 AM 11:00 PM -1d
3:00 AM 12:00 AM
4:00 AM 1:00 AM
5:00 AM 2:00 AM
6:00 AM 3:00 AM
7:00 AM 4:00 AM
8:00 AM 5:00 AM
9:00 AM 6:00 AM
10:00 AM 7:00 AM
11:00 AM 8:00 AM
12:00 PM 9:00 AM
1:00 PM 10:00 AM
2:00 PM 11:00 AM
3:00 PM 12:00 PM
4:00 PM 1:00 PM
5:00 PM 2:00 PM
6:00 PM 3:00 PM
7:00 PM 4:00 PM
8:00 PM 5:00 PM
9:00 PM 6:00 PM
10:00 PM 7:00 PM
11:00 PM 8:00 PM

Converting Gulf Standard Time to West Africa Time

Gulf Standard Time (GST) and West Africa Time (WAT) are separated by a 3 hours time difference. WAT is 3 hours behind GST. GST is UTC+4, used in United Arab Emirates, Oman, while WAT is UTC+1, used in Nigeria, Cameroon, Niger.

When converting from GST to WAT, the key reference points to remember are: 9:00 AM GST equals 6:00 AM WAT, 12:00 PM noon GST equals 9:00 AM WAT, and 5:00 PM GST equals 2:00 PM WAT. The conversion table above shows every hour of the day mapped between these two time zones.

Scheduling Across GST and WAT

For professionals scheduling meetings between GST and WAT, finding overlapping business hours is essential. Standard business hours are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM in each time zone. Given the 3 hours difference, the window of overlap may be limited. Use the highlighted working hours in the conversion table above to quickly identify suitable meeting times.

Daylight Saving Time Considerations

GST does not observe Daylight Saving Time, maintaining UTC+4 year-round. WAT does not observe DST, staying at UTC+1 year-round.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the time difference between GST and WAT?
West Africa Time (WAT) is 3 hours behind Gulf Standard Time (GST). When it is 12:00 PM noon in GST, it is 9:00 AM in WAT.
How do I convert GST to WAT?
To convert GST to WAT, subtract 3 hours from the GST time. For example, 9:00 AM GST is 6:00 AM WAT. Use the conversion table above for a quick reference of all 24 hours.
Does GST or WAT observe Daylight Saving Time?
GST does not observe Daylight Saving Time. WAT does not observe Daylight Saving Time. During DST transitions, the time difference between these zones may change by 1 hour.
What is the best time to schedule a call between GST and WAT?
The best time to schedule a call between GST and WAT is during overlapping business hours. If you are in GST, try scheduling between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM your time, then check the conversion table above to see what that corresponds to in WAT.
Is GST ahead or behind WAT?
GST (UTC+4) is 3 hours ahead of WAT (UTC+1). GST corresponds to the IANA time zone Asia/Dubai, while WAT corresponds to Africa/Lagos.

Related Conversions

Cities in These Time Zones

Time Zone Info