United States
Ghana
Houston to Accra Time Difference
Accra is 6 hours ahead of Houston
Houston vs Accra — At a Glance
Houston to Accra — Hour-by-Hour
About Houston and Accra
Houston (population: 2.3M) is known for NASA's Johnson Space Center, energy sector capital, and the Texas Medical Center. Accra (population: 2.5M) is known for West Africa's tech hub, Jamestown, and the gateway to Ghanaian gold trade.
Business Hours Overlap
The best window for business calls between Houston and Accra is 3:00 PM–5:00 PM Houston time (9:00 AM–11:00 AM in Accra).
Calling Between Cities
When calling Accra (+233) from Houston (+1), be mindful of the 6-hour gap. The safest window is early morning in Houston (8–10 AM) to reach people during waking hours.
Currency
Houston uses USD while Accra uses GHS. Check current exchange rates before making payments or transferring funds between the two cities.
Language
Houston and Accra share English as a common language, which simplifies business communication.
Use our world clock tool to compare Houston and Accra visually, or browse more timezone conversions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Houston and Accra?
Accra, Ghana is 6 hours ahead of Houston, United States. Houston is in the America/Chicago timezone (UTC-5) and Accra is in the Africa/Lagos timezone (UTC+1).
When it's noon in Houston, what time is it in Accra?
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in Houston, it's 6:00 PM in Accra.
What is the best time to call Accra from Houston?
The best time to call Accra from Houston is during the overlapping business hours. When it's 9 AM in Houston, it's 3:00 PM in Accra. Aim for late morning to early afternoon in Houston for the best chance of reaching someone during working hours.
What currency does Accra use?
Accra, Ghana uses GHS. Houston uses USD. You will need to check the current exchange rate for transactions between the two.
What language is spoken in Accra?
The primary language in Accra is English. Houston also speaks English, making communication easier.
How do I dial Accra from Houston?
To call Accra from Houston, dial your international access code followed by +233 and the local number. Houston uses country code +1 and Accra uses +233.
