United States
Ghana
Seattle to Accra Time Difference
Accra is 8 hours ahead of Seattle
Seattle vs Accra — At a Glance
Seattle to Accra — Hour-by-Hour
About Seattle and Accra
Seattle (population: 0.74M) is known for Amazon, Microsoft, Boeing, coffee culture, and the Pacific Northwest. Accra (population: 2.5M) is known for West Africa's tech hub, Jamestown, and the gateway to Ghanaian gold trade.
Business Hours Overlap
Seattle and Accra 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 Accra (+233) from Seattle (+1), be mindful of the 8-hour gap. The safest window is early morning in Seattle (8–10 AM) to reach people during waking hours.
Currency
Seattle uses USD while Accra uses GHS. Check current exchange rates before making payments or transferring funds between the two cities.
Language
Seattle and Accra share English as a common language, which simplifies business communication.
Use our world clock tool to compare Seattle and Accra visually, or browse more timezone conversions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Seattle and Accra?
Accra, Ghana is 8 hours ahead of Seattle, United States. Seattle is in the America/Los Angeles timezone (UTC-7) and Accra is in the Africa/Lagos timezone (UTC+1).
When it's noon in Seattle, what time is it in Accra?
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in Seattle, it's 8:00 PM in Accra.
What is the best time to call Accra from Seattle?
The best time to call Accra from Seattle is during the overlapping business hours. When it's 9 AM in Seattle, it's 5:00 PM in Accra. Aim for late morning to early afternoon in Seattle for the best chance of reaching someone during working hours.
What currency does Accra use?
Accra, Ghana uses GHS. Seattle 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. Seattle also speaks English, making communication easier.
How do I dial Accra from Seattle?
To call Accra from Seattle, dial your international access code followed by +233 and the local number. Seattle uses country code +1 and Accra uses +233.
