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Time in El Salvador now:
Current Time in All Central American Countries (7 Nations)
Exact Current Time in El Salvador
The current time in El Salvador follows Central Standard Time (CST) all year round.
El Salvador does not observe Daylight Saving Time (DST), so the time remains stable without seasonal clock changes.
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👉 The standard time zone used for this page is:
IANA Time Zone: America/El_Salvador
UTC Offset: UTC − 6 (Central Standard Time)
El Salvador Time Zone
El Salvador uses a single time zone nationwide:
| Time Zone | Example City | UTC Offset |
|---|---|---|
| Central Standard Time | San Salvador | UTC − 6 |
El Salvador stays on Central Standard Time year-round, with no DST changes.
Daylight Saving Time in El Salvador
El Salvador does not observe Daylight Saving Time.
The country remains on UTC − 6 year-round, which simplifies scheduling for travel, business, and communication.
DST was experimented with in the 1980s but has not been used since.
Popular Cities in El Salvador & Their Time
| City | Time Zone | Typical Offset |
|---|---|---|
| San Salvador | Central Standard Time | UTC − 6 |
| Santa Ana | Central Standard Time | UTC − 6 |
| San Miguel | Central Standard Time | UTC − 6 |
| Soyapango | Central Standard Time | UTC − 6 |
| Mejicanos | Central Standard Time | UTC − 6 |
All major cities in El Salvador follow the same time zone throughout the year.
Quick Facts About El Salvador Time
Number of Time Zones: 1
Capital City: San Salvador
Default Time Zone: Central Standard Time (CST)
DST Observed: ❌ No
IANA Time Zone ID:
America/El_SalvadorUTC Offset: UTC − 6 (year-round)
El Salvador is a Central American country bordered by Guatemala and Honduras, with the Pacific Ocean to its south.
Its stable time zone without DST makes it easy to coordinate travel, tourism, and international business.
For more details, visit
👉 Time in El Salvador — Wikipedia
FAQs
How many time zones does El Salvador have?
El Salvador uses only one time zone: Central Standard Time (CST).
Does El Salvador observe Daylight Saving Time?
No, El Salvador does not observe DST anymore.
What is the official time zone of El Salvador?
The official time zone is Central Standard Time (CST), UTC − 6.
Which city represents El Salvador’s national time?
San Salvador, the capital, represents El Salvador’s official time.
What is the IANA time zone ID for El Salvador?
The IANA time zone ID for El Salvador is America/El_Salvador.