Ghana
United States
Accra to Houston Time Difference
Houston is 6 hours behind Accra
Accra vs Houston — At a Glance
Accra to Houston — Hour-by-Hour
About Accra and Houston
Accra (population: 2.5M) is known for West Africa's tech hub, Jamestown, and the gateway to Ghanaian gold trade. Houston (population: 2.3M) is known for NASA's Johnson Space Center, energy sector capital, and the Texas Medical Center.
Business Hours Overlap
The best window for business calls between Accra and Houston is 9:00 AM–11:00 AM Accra time (3:00 PM–5:00 PM in Houston).
Calling Between Cities
When calling Houston (+1) from Accra (+233), be mindful of the 6-hour gap. The safest window is late afternoon in Accra (4–6 PM) to reach people during waking hours.
Currency
Accra uses GHS while Houston uses USD. Check current exchange rates before making payments or transferring funds between the two cities.
Language
Accra and Houston share English as a common language, which simplifies business communication.
Use our world clock tool to compare Accra and Houston visually, or browse more timezone conversions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Accra and Houston?
Houston, United States is 6 hours behind Accra, Ghana. Accra is in the Africa/Lagos timezone (UTC+1) and Houston is in the America/Chicago timezone (UTC-5).
When it's noon in Accra, what time is it in Houston?
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in Accra, it's 6:00 AM in Houston.
What is the best time to call Houston from Accra?
The best time to call Houston from Accra is during the overlapping business hours. When it's 9 AM in Accra, it's 3:00 AM in Houston. Aim for late morning to early afternoon in Accra for the best chance of reaching someone during working hours.
What currency does Houston use?
Houston, United States uses USD. Accra uses GHS. You will need to check the current exchange rate for transactions between the two.
What language is spoken in Houston?
The primary languages in Houston are English, Spanish. Accra also speaks English, making communication easier.
How do I dial Houston from Accra?
To call Houston from Accra, dial your international access code followed by +1 and the local number. Accra uses country code +233 and Houston uses +1.
