Morocco will revert to GMT (UTC+1) on Sunday, September 20, 2026, at 2:00 AM, according to a government announcement. At that moment, clocks will be set back one hour to 1:00 AM, ending the period of daylight saving time (GMT+1) that began in April.
The decision to suspend the additional hour (GMT+1) and return to the Kingdom's legal time was made by the government, as part of the annual time adjustment. This change affects all of Morocco, including the regions of Dakhla-Oued Ed-Dahab and Laayoune-Sakia El Hamra.
The switch back to GMT is a routine measure that Morocco has implemented in recent years, typically occurring in late September or early October. The exact date is set by the government each year, taking into account various factors such as religious holidays and economic considerations.
Residents and visitors are advised to adjust their clocks accordingly. The time change will not affect internet or mobile phone time, as these devices update automatically, but manual clocks and watches will need to be adjusted.
