Lagos is usually 1 hour behind Amsterdam. Amsterdam observes daylight saving time and Lagos does not, so the difference shifts by an hour around the changeovers.

LagosAmsterdam

Sunrise 6:40 AMSunset 7:07 PM(local)

Sunrise 5:46 AMSunset 9:49 PM(local)

Amsterdam: daylight saving timeNow UTC+2. Next change: October 25, 2026 β€” clocks go back 1 hour.
LagosUTC+1
AmsterdamUTC+2

πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Lagos

Dialing code+234
Population15,388,000
Coordinates6.45Β°N, 3.39Β°E
Elevation11 m

πŸ‡³πŸ‡± Amsterdam

Dialing code+31
Population741,636
Coordinates52.37Β°N, 4.89Β°E
Elevation13 m

Best time for a call: 09:00–17:00 in LagosAdd to calendar

Working hours assumed 9:00–18:00.

Frequently asked questions

What is the time difference between Lagos and Amsterdam?
Lagos is 1 hour behind Amsterdam. Use the side-by-side clocks and the day/night strips above to convert any hour between them.
When is the best time to call between Lagos and Amsterdam?
The best window to call is 09:00–17:00 Lagos time, when working hours overlap in both cities. Pick an hour on the strips to add it to your calendar.
Why does the time difference between Lagos and Amsterdam change?
Because at least one of Lagos and Amsterdam observes daylight saving time, the difference shifts by an hour when one city changes its clocks and the other has not yet (or does not).