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Lagos is 5 hours ahead of New York

Best overlap: 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM in New York is 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM in Lagos.

Both offices are open during 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM New York time, which is 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM in Lagos. You get roughly 5 hours of shared time, so aim for the middle of that window to keep the call comfortable for both teams. Just remember New York changes its clocks for daylight saving and Lagos doesn't, so confirm the overlap whenever the seasons turn.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the time difference between New York and Lagos?
Lagos is 5 hours ahead of New York.
What are the best overlapping working hours between New York and Lagos?
The best time to meet is between 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM in New York, which corresponds to 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM in Lagos.
How many hours overlap between New York and Lagos during a typical workday?
There are about 5 overlapping hours per day.
Does Daylight Saving Time affect the time difference between New York and Lagos?
New York observes Daylight Saving Time, but Lagos does not. This means the time difference between the two locations will change during the year.

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