Brazil (Brasília time) is 3 hours behind London in UK winter and 4 hours behind during British Summer Time; it is 2 hours ahead of New York during Eastern Standard Time and 1 hour ahead during Eastern Daylight Time (UK and US daylight saving seasons; Brazil does not change its clocks) The country has 4 time zones: depending on the region and season, the gap with London ranges from −6 h to −2 h.
In practice, when it is noon in London it is 09:00 in Brasília during UK winter time (GMT) and 08:00 during British Summer Time. When it is noon in New York, it is 14:00 in Brasília during Eastern Standard Time and 13:00 during Eastern Daylight Time.
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Time in Brazil: key facts
- Time zone: UTC−3, IANA identifier
America/Sao_Paulo - Difference with London: −3 h in UK winter (GMT), −4 h during British Summer Time
- Difference with New York: +2 h during Eastern Standard Time, +1 h during Eastern Daylight Time
- Daylight saving in Brazil: no, local time stays the same all year
- Next clock changes: UK on Sunday 25 October 2026 (BST to GMT) and Sunday 28 March 2027; US on Sunday 1 November 2026 (EDT to EST) and Sunday 14 March 2027
- Time zones: 4 (details by region below)
Time difference between London, New York and Brazil
| Time in London | In Brasília (UK winter, GMT) | In Brasília (UK summer, BST) |
|---|---|---|
| 08:00 | 05:00 | 04:00 |
| 12:00 | 09:00 | 08:00 |
| 18:00 | 15:00 | 14:00 |
| 22:00 | 19:00 | 18:00 |
| Time in New York | In Brasília (US winter, EST) | In Brasília (US summer, EDT) |
|---|---|---|
| 08:00 (8 am) | 10:00 | 09:00 |
| 12:00 (noon) | 14:00 | 13:00 |
| 18:00 (6 pm) | 20:00 | 19:00 |
| 22:00 (10 pm) | 00:00 (next day) | 23:00 |
| Period | Brasília vs London | Brasília vs New York |
|---|---|---|
| 25 October – 31 October 2026 | −3 h | +1 h |
| 1 November 2026 – 13 March 2027 | −3 h | +2 h |
| 14 March – 27 March 2027 | −3 h | +1 h |
| 28 March – 30 October 2027 | −4 h | +1 h |
| 31 October – 6 November 2027 | −3 h | +1 h |
| 7 November – 31 December 2027 | −3 h | +2 h |
The one-hour difference between winter and summer comes from daylight saving time in the UK and the US; local time in Brazil does not change.
Time zones in Brazil: difference by region
| Region / cities | Time zone (UTC) | Difference with London (winter / summer) | Difference with New York (winter / summer) | When it is 12:00 in London (GMT / BST) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brasília, Rio, São Paulo, Salvador | UTC−3 | −3 h / −4 h | +2 h / +1 h | 09:00 / 08:00 |
| Manaus (Amazonas) | UTC−4 | −4 h / −5 h | +1 h / 0 h | 08:00 / 07:00 |
| Rio Branco (Acre) | UTC−5 | −5 h / −6 h | 0 h / −1 h | 07:00 / 06:00 |
| Fernando de Noronha | UTC−2 | −2 h / −3 h | +3 h / +2 h | 10:00 / 09:00 |
If your itinerary crosses several time zones, check the times printed on your train, bus or flight tickets: they are always expressed in the local time of the departure point.
Clock changes 2026–2027
Brazil does not change its clocks in Brasília: local time stays at UTC−3 all year round. Only clock changes in your home country alter the gap.
Clocks change on the following dates (local time):
- UK, Sunday 25 October 2026: BST (UTC+1) to GMT (UTC+0)
- US, Sunday 1 November 2026: EDT (UTC−4) to EST (UTC−5) in New York
- US, Sunday 14 March 2027: EST (UTC−5) to EDT (UTC−4)
- UK, Sunday 28 March 2027: GMT (UTC+0) to BST (UTC+1)
- UK, Sunday 31 October 2027: BST (UTC+1) to GMT (UTC+0)
- US, Sunday 7 November 2027: EDT (UTC−4) to EST (UTC−5)
When to call Brazil from the UK or the US
To reach someone between 09:00 and 20:00 Brasília time, call between 12:00 and 23:00 London time in UK winter and between 13:00 and 00:00 (ending after midnight) during British Summer Time. From New York, call between 07:00 and 18:00 during EST, and between 08:00 and 19:00 during EDT.
Time difference and jet lag: practical tips
Flying to Brazil from the UK means travelling west: your day is lengthened and you will go to bed later than usual. From the US East Coast the difference is much smaller (2 hours in winter and 1 hour in summer). A few simple rules help you adjust to local time:
- Set your watch and phone to local time as soon as you board.
- Align meals and bedtime with local time from the first day.
- Plan a light first day, with no important meetings or long drives.
- Get out in daylight when you arrive and avoid long naps.
- If you take medication at fixed times, ask your doctor how to adapt the schedule to the time difference.
Brazil time zones: IANA identifiers and history
| Zone | IANA identifier | Standard time on 15 January 2027 | On 15 July 2027 | Abbreviation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brasília, Rio, São Paulo, Salvador | America/Sao_Paulo | UTC−3 | UTC−3 | — |
| Manaus (Amazonas) | America/Manaus | UTC−4 | UTC−4 | — |
| Rio Branco (Acre) | America/Rio_Branco | UTC−5 | UTC−5 | — |
| Fernando de Noronha | America/Noronha | UTC−2 | UTC−2 | — |
- Brasília, Rio, São Paulo, Salvador (
America/Sao_Paulo): last recorded clock change on Saturday 16 February 2019, from UTC−2 to UTC−3. Daylight saving time was applied in some years since 1970 (last in 2018); it is no longer applied. - Manaus (Amazonas) (
America/Manaus): last recorded clock change on Saturday 19 February 1994, from UTC−3 to UTC−4. Daylight saving time was applied in some years since 1970 (last in 1993); it is no longer applied. - Rio Branco (Acre) (
America/Rio_Branco): last recorded clock change on Saturday 9 November 2013, from UTC−4 to UTC−5. Daylight saving time was applied in some years since 1970 (last in 2008); it is no longer applied. - Fernando de Noronha (
America/Noronha): last recorded clock change on Saturday 16 February 2002, from UTC−1 to UTC−2. Daylight saving time was applied in some years since 1970 (last in 2001); it is no longer applied.
No daylight saving time in Brazil in 2027
The tz database lists no clock change in 2027 for America/Sao_Paulo: standard time remains UTC−3 all year. Only the UK clock changes (Sunday 28 March and Sunday 31 October 2027) and the US clock changes (Sunday 14 March and Sunday 7 November 2027) alter the gap.
| 2027 period | Brasília vs London | Brasília vs New York |
|---|---|---|
| 1 January – 13 March | −3 h | +2 h |
| 14 March – 27 March | −3 h | +1 h |
| 28 March – 30 October | −4 h | +1 h |
| 31 October – 6 November | −3 h | +1 h |
| 7 November – 31 December | −3 h | +2 h |
Sunrise and sunset in Brasília in 2027
Local sunrise and sunset times on the 15th of each month in Brasília (15.78° S, 47.92° W). They help you time your exposure to daylight, the main lever for resetting your body clock on arrival.
| 15th of the month | Sunrise | Solar noon | Sunset | Day length | Sunrise / sunset in London time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 05:52 | 12:21 | 18:50 | 12 h 58 | 08:52 / 21:50 |
| February | 06:08 | 12:26 | 18:44 | 12 h 36 | 09:08 / 21:44 |
| March | 06:15 | 12:21 | 18:26 | 12 h 12 | 09:15 / 21:26 |
| April | 06:19 | 12:12 | 18:04 | 11 h 45 | 10:19 / 22:04 |
| May | 06:27 | 12:08 | 17:49 | 11 h 23 | 10:27 / 21:49 |
| June | 06:36 | 12:12 | 17:48 | 11 h 12 | 10:36 / 21:48 |
| July | 06:39 | 12:18 | 17:56 | 11 h 16 | 10:39 / 21:56 |
| August | 06:29 | 12:16 | 18:04 | 11 h 35 | 10:29 / 22:04 |
| September | 06:07 | 12:07 | 18:07 | 12 h 00 | 10:07 / 22:07 |
| October | 05:44 | 11:57 | 18:11 | 12 h 27 | 09:44 / 22:11 |
| November | 05:31 | 11:56 | 18:22 | 12 h 51 | 08:31 / 21:22 |
| December | 05:35 | 12:07 | 18:38 | 13 h 03 | 08:35 / 21:38 |
The longest day in the table is 15 December (13 h 03 between 05:35 and 18:38), the shortest 15 June (11 h 12).
In the other destinations covered by our guides, daylight varies with latitude and position within the time zone:
| Destination | Time zone | Daylight on 15 January 2027 | Daylight on 15 July 2027 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rio de Janeiro | America/Sao_Paulo | 05:21 – 18:44 | 06:33 – 17:24 |
Jet lag: how flight direction affects you in Brazil
- Outbound from the UK (flying west): you « gain » 3 hours in UK winter and 4 hours in summer; your arrival day is lengthened and tiredness hits early in the local evening.
- Return to the UK (flying east): the opposite applies. Flying east shortens the day, so plan a quiet day when you get home.
- From New York: the gap is small (2 hours during EST, 1 hour during EDT), so the time change itself is easy to absorb.
- Your usual night at home (23:00 – 07:00) corresponds to 20:00 – 04:00 in Brasília from London in UK winter (19:00 – 03:00 during British Summer Time), and to 01:00 – 09:00 from New York during EST (00:00 – 08:00 during EDT): this is when your body will want to sleep for the first few days.
- Daylight on arrival: in Brasília, the sun rises around 05:52 and sets around 18:50 in mid-January, and around 06:39 and 17:56 in mid-July (table above). After flying west, make the most of late-afternoon light to stay awake until the evening; this is the standard advice for shifting your body clock.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the time difference between Brazil and the UK or the US?
Brazil (Brasília time) is 3 hours behind London in UK winter and 4 hours behind during British Summer Time. It is 2 hours ahead of New York during Eastern Standard Time and 1 hour ahead during Eastern Daylight Time.
What time is it in Brazil when it is noon in London or New York?
Noon in London is 09:00 in Brasília in UK winter and 08:00 in summer. Noon in New York is 14:00 in Brasília during EST and 13:00 during EDT.
Does Brazil change its clocks?
No, local time stays at UTC−3 all year in Brasília. Only clock changes in the UK or the US alter the gap.
How many time zones does Brazil have?
This page covers 4 time zones (Brasília, Manaus, Rio Branco, Fernando de Noronha). The regional table gives the gap with London and New York for each.
When should I call Brazil from the UK or the US?
To reach someone between 09:00 and 20:00 local time, call between 12:00 and 23:00 London time in UK winter (13:00 and 00:00 (ending after midnight) during British Summer Time), or between 07:00 and 18:00 New York time during EST (08:00 and 19:00 during EDT).
What is the IANA time zone for Brazil?
Brasília, Rio, São Paulo, Salvador: America/Sao_Paulo; Manaus (Amazonas): America/Manaus; Rio Branco (Acre): America/Rio_Branco; Fernando de Noronha: America/Noronha.
What time does the sun rise in Brasília?
Around 05:52 on 15 January 2027 and around 06:39 on 15 July 2027 (local time); sunset around 18:50 and 17:56. Destination de Voyage calculation (NOAA algorithm).
Our sources
- Sunrise and sunset: algorithm from the NOAA Solar Calculator (Global Monitoring Laboratory), applied to the capital’s coordinates (Natural Earth, Wikidata or Wikipedia): Destination de Voyage calculation.
- IANA Time Zone Database (tz database), version 2026b, consulted on 13 October 2026: time zones, rules and clock-change dates. Future dates may be changed by local authorities.
- UK clock changes: GOV.UK, « When do the clocks change? » (last Sunday of March to last Sunday of October).
- US clock changes: NIST, « Daylight Saving Time » (second Sunday of March to first Sunday of November).
- Live time: calculated by your browser (Intl API), which relies on the same IANA database.
- Our methodology
Updated October 2026.
