Time in Dominican Republic:

The current time in the Dominican Republic follows Atlantic Standard Time (AST) all year round.
The country does not observe Daylight Saving Time (DST), which means the time remains consistent throughout the year.
You can also check the current time page for a global clock, or use our time converter to compare Dominican Republic time with other locations easily.

👉 The standard time zone used for this page is:

• IANA Time Zone: America/Santo_Domingo

• UTC Offset: UTC − 4 (Atlantic Standard Time)

Dominican Republic Time Zone

The Dominican Republic uses a single time zone nationwide:

The Dominican Republic stays on Atlantic Standard Time year-round, with no DST changes.

Daylight Saving Time in the Dominican Republic

The Dominican Republic does not use Daylight Saving Time.
Its location in the Caribbean allows it to maintain a stable UTC−4 time zone throughout the year, simplifying scheduling for tourism and business.

Popular Cities in the Dominican Republic & Their Time

All major cities in the Dominican Republic follow the same time zone without DST adjustments.

Quick Facts About Dominican Republic Time

• 🕓 Number of Time Zones: 1

• 🏙 Capital City: Santo Domingo

• 🕰 Default Time Zone: Atlantic Standard Time (AST)

• 🌞 DST Observed: ❌ No

• 🧭 IANA Time Zone ID: America/Santo_Domingo

• 🕑 UTC Offset: UTC − 4 (year-round)

The Dominican Republic is a Caribbean nation on the island of Hispaniola, sharing a border with Haiti.
Its stable time zone and lack of DST changes make it convenient for travelers, international business, and tourism activities.

👉 For more historical and geographical details about the Dominican Republic, visit
📝 Time in the Dominican Republic — Wikipedia