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Time in Haiti now
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What Time Is It in Haiti Right Now With Seconds
Haiti follows Eastern Time. Standard time is UTC−5 (Eastern Standard Time — EST), and during summer months Haiti observes Daylight Saving Time — UTC−4 (Eastern Daylight Time — EDT).
This applies nationwide — cities like Port-au-Prince, Cap-Haïtien, Gonaïves, Jacmel, and Les Cayes all follow the same national time with the same UTC offset and DST rules.
Haiti Time Zone Information
Time Zone: Eastern Time (ET)
Standard Time: UTC−5 (EST)
Daylight Saving Time: UTC−4 (EDT), observed from March to November
DST Observation: Yes
IANA Time Zone ID: America/Port-au-Prince
More Info: Time in Haiti — Wikipedia
- Location: Haiti Time in Google Maps.
Major Cities in Haiti & Their Time
| City | Time Zone | Standard UTC Offset | DST UTC Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Port-au-Prince | ET | UTC−5 | UTC−4 |
| Cap-Haïtien | ET | UTC−5 | UTC−4 |
| Gonaïves | ET | UTC−5 | UTC−4 |
| Jacmel | ET | UTC−5 | UTC−4 |
| Les Cayes | ET | UTC−5 | UTC−4 |
All cities follow the same national time zone.
Pros and Cons
Pros
One national time zone — easy scheduling everywhere in Haiti.
Eastern Time alignment — helps travel, trade, and communication.
DST support — longer daylight hours in summer months.
Cons
Twice-a-year clock change may be inconvenient.
Time differences with other global regions may complicate scheduling.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Haiti’s official time zone?
Haiti uses Eastern Time — standard UTC−5 (EST) and summer UTC−4 (EDT).
Does Haiti observe Daylight Saving Time?
Yes. Haiti uses Eastern Standard Time (UTC−5) in winter and observes Daylight Saving Time, switching to Eastern Daylight Time (UTC−4) from the second Sunday in March to the first Sunday in November.
What is the IANA time zone ID for Haiti?
Haiti's IANA time zone ID is America/Port-au-Prince.
Do all parts of Haiti share the same national time?
Yes. All of Haiti uses the same time zone nationwide — the IANA ID America/Port-au-Prince — so every part of the country follows the same clock.
What are Haiti’s UTC offsets?
Haiti’s UTC offsets are UTC−5 during standard time (Eastern Standard Time) and UTC−4 during Daylight Saving Time (Eastern Daylight Time). DST runs from the second Sunday in March to the first Sunday in November.