Ghana
United States
Accra to Seattle Time Difference
Seattle is 8 hours behind Accra
Accra vs Seattle — At a Glance
Accra to Seattle — Hour-by-Hour
About Accra and Seattle
Accra (population: 2.5M) is known for West Africa's tech hub, Jamestown, and the gateway to Ghanaian gold trade. Seattle (population: 0.74M) is known for Amazon, Microsoft, Boeing, coffee culture, and the Pacific Northwest.
Business Hours Overlap
Accra and Seattle are both prominent tech cities. Remote engineering teams often use asynchronous workflows due to the 8-hour gap, with code handoffs during the overlap window.
Calling Between Cities
When calling Seattle (+1) from Accra (+233), be mindful of the 8-hour gap. The safest window is late afternoon in Accra (4–6 PM) to reach people during waking hours.
Currency
Accra uses GHS while Seattle uses USD. Check current exchange rates before making payments or transferring funds between the two cities.
Language
Accra and Seattle share English as a common language, which simplifies business communication.
Use our world clock tool to compare Accra and Seattle visually, or browse more timezone conversions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Accra and Seattle?
Seattle, United States is 8 hours behind Accra, Ghana. Accra is in the Africa/Lagos timezone (UTC+1) and Seattle is in the America/Los Angeles timezone (UTC-7).
When it's noon in Accra, what time is it in Seattle?
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in Accra, it's 4:00 AM in Seattle.
What is the best time to call Seattle from Accra?
The best time to call Seattle from Accra is during the overlapping business hours. When it's 9 AM in Accra, it's 1:00 AM in Seattle. Aim for late morning to early afternoon in Accra for the best chance of reaching someone during working hours.
What currency does Seattle use?
Seattle, 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 Seattle?
The primary language in Seattle is English. Accra also speaks English, making communication easier.
How do I dial Seattle from Accra?
To call Seattle from Accra, dial your international access code followed by +1 and the local number. Accra uses country code +233 and Seattle uses +1.
