A few hours remain before Egypt switches to winter time in 2026, following the end of daylight saving time, which lasted approximately six months and began on the last Friday of April 2026. Under winter time, clocks are turned back by 60 minutes.
Opening and Closing Hours for Shops, Shopping Malls, Restaurants, and Cafés After the Switch to Winter Time:
According to Article 6 of the ministerial decree regulating the opening and closing hours of commercial establishments, shops and shopping malls must close at 10:00 p.m. on regular days.
Closing hours may be extended to 11:00 p.m. on Thursdays and Fridays, as well as during official holidays, vacations, and public holidays.
Restaurants and cafés have different closing hours from shops and shopping malls. They may continue serving customers and welcoming visitors until midnight on regular days.
Their operating hours may be extended until 1:00 a.m. on Thursdays and Fridays, as well as during official holidays, vacations, and public holidays, in accordance with the regulations governing these establishments.
🖋️ News source: Akhbar El Yom Portal.
