Port Harcourt
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About Port Harcourt
Port Harcourt is the capital and largest city of Rivers State in Nigeria, a port on the Bonny River in the oil-rich Niger Delta. It is the fourth most populous city in the country, after Lagos, Kano and Ibadan. The urban population is about 3,800,000 as of 2025. In 1950 the city had only 59,752 residents. Clocks in Port Harcourt do not change, and the offset is UTC+1 all year. New York is 6 hours behind Port Harcourt in January and 5 hours behind in July.
Frequently Asked Questions
What UTC offset does Port Harcourt use?+
Port Harcourt uses UTC+1. The city has no daylight saving time, so the offset does not change between January and July.
Is Port Harcourt ahead of New York?+
Yes. Port Harcourt is 6 hours ahead of New York in January and 5 hours ahead in July, after New York moves to UTC-4 for the summer.
How many people live in Port Harcourt?+
As of 2025, Port Harcourt's urban population is approximately 3,800,000. It is the fourth most populous city in Nigeria after Lagos, Kano and Ibadan.
Where is Port Harcourt located?+
Port Harcourt lies along the Bonny River in the oil rich Niger Delta region. It is a port city and the capital and largest city of Rivers State.
How fast has Port Harcourt grown?+
In 1950 the population was 59,752. A 2015 United Nations estimate put the metropolitan area at 2,344,000, almost twice the urban area's population.