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Time in Chile Right Now
What Time Is It in Chile Right Now With Seconds
Chile uses Chile Standard Time (CLT) as its main time zone, with a standard UTC offset of UTC−4. The country does observe Daylight Saving Time, during which clocks move forward to UTC−3 in the summer months.
Most major cities — including Santiago, Valparaíso, Concepción, Antofagasta, and La Serena — follow the same mainland national time.
Chile Time Zone Information
Main Time Zone: Chile Standard Time (CLT)
Standard Time: UTC−4
Daylight Saving Time: Observed (UTC−3 during DST)
IANA Time Zone ID (Mainland): America/Santiago
Additional Time Zone: Easter Island Time (UTC−6 / UTC−5 during DST)
More Info: Time in Chile — Wikipedia
Location: Chile in Google Maps and Chile in Apple Maps
Major Cities in Chile & Their Time
Most cities in mainland Chile follow Chile Standard Time (UTC−4) and switch to UTC−3 during Daylight Saving Time.
Example cities: Santiago (capital), Valparaíso, Concepción, Antofagasta, La Serena — all share the same mainland time.
(Easter Island follows a different local time.)
Pros and Cons
Pros
One main time zone for most of the country.
Daylight Saving Time provides longer daylight in evenings.
Clear seasonal time adjustment.
Cons
DST changes require clock adjustments twice a year.
Easter Island follows a different time zone.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time zone does Chile use?
Chile mainly uses Chile Standard Time (CLT) with UTC−4, and UTC−3 during DST.
Does Chile observe Daylight Saving Time?
Yes. Chile observes Daylight Saving Time, typically shifting clocks one hour forward in summer.
What is the IANA time zone ID for Chile?
Chile's main IANA time zone ID is America/Santiago.
Do all parts of the country follow the same time?
No. Mainland Chile follows one time zone, while Easter Island follows a different one.
Is the time difference the same all year?
No. The time difference changes seasonally due to Daylight Saving Time.