Senegal
Singapore
Dakar to Singapore Time Difference
Singapore is 7 hours ahead of Dakar
Dakar vs Singapore — At a Glance
Dakar to Singapore — Hour-by-Hour
About Dakar and Singapore
Dakar (population: 1.1M) is known for westernmost city in mainland Africa, Gorée Island, and French West African culture. Singapore (population: 5.7M) is known for Asia's financial hub, Marina Bay Sands, Changi Airport, and strict governance.
Business Hours Overlap
With a 7-hour difference, teams in Dakar and Singapore typically rely on a narrow overlap window for real-time meetings and use async tools like Slack or email for the rest.
Calling Between Cities
When calling Singapore (+65) from Dakar (+221), be mindful of the 7-hour gap. The safest window is early morning in Dakar (8–10 AM) to reach people during waking hours.
Currency
Dakar uses XOF while Singapore uses SGD. Check current exchange rates before making payments or transferring funds between the two cities.
Language
Dakar primarily speaks French and Wolof, while Singapore speaks English and Mandarin and Malay and Tamil. For business communication, English is commonly used as a bridge language in international settings.
Use our world clock tool to compare Dakar and Singapore visually, or browse more timezone conversions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Dakar and Singapore?
Singapore, Singapore is 7 hours ahead of Dakar, Senegal. Dakar is in the Africa/Lagos timezone (UTC+1) and Singapore is in the Asia/Singapore timezone (UTC+8).
When it's noon in Dakar, what time is it in Singapore?
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in Dakar, it's 7:00 PM in Singapore.
What is the best time to call Singapore from Dakar?
The best time to call Singapore from Dakar is during the overlapping business hours. When it's 9 AM in Dakar, it's 4:00 PM in Singapore. Aim for late morning to early afternoon in Dakar for the best chance of reaching someone during working hours.
What currency does Singapore use?
Singapore, Singapore uses SGD. Dakar uses XOF. You will need to check the current exchange rate for transactions between the two.
What language is spoken in Singapore?
The primary languages in Singapore are English, Mandarin, Malay, Tamil. English is widely used for international business communication.
How do I dial Singapore from Dakar?
To call Singapore from Dakar, dial your international access code followed by +65 and the local number. Dakar uses country code +221 and Singapore uses +65.
