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Current Time in All Central American Countries (7 Nations)

Belize
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Exact Current Time in Guatemala

The current time in Guatemala follows Central Standard Time (CST) throughout the year.
Guatemala does not observe Daylight Saving Time (DST), so the time remains the same year-round without any clock changes.
You can also check the current time page for a global world clock, or use our time converter tool to compare Guatemala time with other countries.

👉 The standard time zone used for this page is:
IANA Time Zone: America/Guatemala
UTC Offset: UTC − 6 (Central Standard Time)

Guatemala Time Zone

Guatemala uses a single time zone nationwide:

Time ZoneExample CityUTC Offset
Central Standard TimeGuatemala CityUTC − 6

Guatemala stays on Central Standard Time all year, with no DST changes.

Daylight Saving Time in Guatemala

Guatemala does not observe Daylight Saving Time.
The country previously used DST briefly in the past but no longer changes clocks seasonally.
The time remains on UTC − 6 year-round, making scheduling simpler for residents, travelers, and businesses.

Popular Cities in Guatemala & Their Time

CityTime ZoneTypical Offset
Guatemala CityCentral Standard TimeUTC − 6
QuetzaltenangoCentral Standard TimeUTC − 6
EscuintlaCentral Standard TimeUTC − 6
Antigua GuatemalaCentral Standard TimeUTC − 6
CobánCentral Standard TimeUTC − 6

All major cities in Guatemala follow the same time zone year-round.

Quick Facts About Guatemala Time

  • Number of Time Zones: 1

  • Capital City: Guatemala City

  • Default Time Zone: Central Standard Time (CST)

  • DST Observed: ❌ No

  • IANA Time Zone ID: America/Guatemala

  • UTC Offset: UTC − 6 (year-round)

Guatemala is a Central American country bordered by Mexico, Belize, Honduras, and El Salvador.
Its consistent time zone without DST makes it easier for business, tourism, and international coordination.

For more details, visit
👉 Time in Guatemala — Wikipedia

FAQs

Looking for common questions about Guatemala time? Check the FAQs below.
QHow many time zones does Guatemala have?

Guatemala uses only one time zone: Central Standard Time (CST).

QDoes Guatemala observe Daylight Saving Time?

No, Guatemala does not observe DST anymore.

QWhat is the official time zone of Guatemala?

The official time zone is Central Standard Time (CST), UTC − 6.

QWhich city represents Guatemala’s national time?

Guatemala City, the capital, represents the country’s standard time.

QWhat is the IANA time zone ID for Guatemala?

The IANA time zone ID for Guatemala is America/Guatemala.