Guangzhou ↔ Nairobi
Best Time to Call
Excellent overlap! The best window to call is between 14:00 and 17:00 (Guangzhou time).
Sync Guangzhou and Nairobi easily. Guangzhou is 5 hours ahead of Nairobi. Excellent overlap! The best window to call is between 14:00 and 17:00 (Guangzhou time).
Upcoming Time Change
- New York City clocks forward 1h in 11 days Mar 09
💡 Review recurring meetings scheduled during these dates to avoid sync issues.
Meeting Optimizer
Sync Score
3.3/10
-12h Current Time +12h
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Tokyo
15:38 GMT+9
Working
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New York City
01:38 EST
Sleeping
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London
06:38 GMT
Sleeping
Synchronization Context
A 5 hours gap allows for a manageable shared window, typically in the morning or late afternoon. It requires some scheduling but supports daily synchronization.
Guangzhou Business Pulse
- Culture Pragmatic and trade-focused. Known for "Canton Fair" and a deep history in international commerce.
- Lunch Break 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM.
- Pro Tip The 12-2 PM lunch window is very important; avoid calling then. Best times are 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM and 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM. While Cantonese is the local language, Mandarin is the business standard for non-locals. Pragmatism and efficiency are highly valued in this major trade hub.
Nairobi Business Pulse
- Culture Energetic and entrepreneurial. Tech hub of East Africa ("Silicon Savannah").
- Lunch Break 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM.
- Pro Tip Call between 10:00 AM and 12:30 PM. The tech scene is very vibrant and mobile-first. Personal relationships are vital; take a few minutes for "Small Talk" before jumping into business. Be patient with potential internet stability and have a backup messaging option ready.
Quick Comparison
| Feature | Guangzhou | Nairobi |
|---|---|---|
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai | Africa/Nairobi |
| Country | China | Kenya |
| Coordinates | 23.13, 113.26 | -1.29, 36.82 |
| Population | 14,284,000 | 5,414,000 |