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WAT to MSK Converter

MSK is 2 hours ahead of WAT

Current WAT Time
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Africa/Lagos
Current MSK Time
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Europe/Moscow
Time Diff
2h ahead
WAT
UTC+1
MSK
UTC+3
Overlapping hours: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM WAT (6h)

WAT to MSK Conversion Table

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

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

Converting West Africa Time to Moscow Standard Time

West Africa Time (WAT) and Moscow Standard Time (MSK) are separated by a 2 hours time difference. MSK is 2 hours ahead of WAT. WAT is UTC+1, used in Nigeria, Cameroon, Niger, while MSK is UTC+3, used in Russia.

When converting from WAT to MSK, the key reference points to remember are: 9:00 AM WAT equals 11:00 AM MSK, 12:00 PM noon WAT equals 2:00 PM MSK, and 5:00 PM WAT equals 7:00 PM MSK. The conversion table above shows every hour of the day mapped between these two time zones.

Scheduling Across WAT and MSK

For professionals scheduling meetings between WAT and MSK, finding overlapping business hours is essential. Standard business hours are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM in each time zone. Given the 2 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

WAT does not observe Daylight Saving Time, maintaining UTC+1 year-round. MSK does not observe DST, staying at UTC+3 year-round.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the time difference between WAT and MSK?
Moscow Standard Time (MSK) is 2 hours ahead of West Africa Time (WAT). When it is 12:00 PM noon in WAT, it is 2:00 PM in MSK.
How do I convert WAT to MSK?
To convert WAT to MSK, add 2 hours to the WAT time. For example, 9:00 AM WAT is 11:00 AM MSK. Use the conversion table above for a quick reference of all 24 hours.
Does WAT or MSK observe Daylight Saving Time?
WAT does not observe Daylight Saving Time. MSK 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 WAT and MSK?
The best time to schedule a call between WAT and MSK is during overlapping business hours. If you are in WAT, 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 MSK.
Is WAT ahead or behind MSK?
WAT (UTC+1) is 2 hours behind MSK (UTC+3). WAT corresponds to the IANA time zone Africa/Lagos, while MSK corresponds to Europe/Moscow.

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