Understanding the Difference Between GMT and CAT

Explore the key differences between GMT and CAT time zones and how they affect global timekeeping.

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No, GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) and CAT (Central Africa Time) are not the same. GMT is the time zone at the Prime Meridian (0° longitude), while CAT is GMT+2. This means that when it is 12:00 noon GMT, it is 2:00 PM CAT.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What is GMT? Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) is the mean solar time at the Prime Meridian (0° longitude).
  2. What is CAT? Central Africa Time (CAT) is 2 hours ahead of GMT, making it UTC+2.
  3. How many hours ahead is CAT from GMT? CAT is 2 hours ahead of GMT.
  4. In what regions is CAT commonly used? Central Africa Time is commonly used in countries such as South Africa, Botswana, and Zambia.