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Time in Saint Kitts and Nevis
Caribbean Countries Live Time Zones
Exact Current Time in Saint Kitts and Nevis
Saint Kitts and Nevis follows Atlantic Standard Time all year. The country stays on UTC−4 and does not use Daylight Saving Time. Cities such as Basseterre, Charlestown, Sandy Point and other towns all follow the same time.
Saint Kitts and Nevis Time Zone Info
- Time Zone: Atlantic Standard Time (AST)
- Standard Time: UTC−4
- Daylight Saving Time: Not observed
- IANA Time Zone ID: America/St_Kitts
- More Info: Time in Saint Kitts and Nevis — Wikipedia
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Major Cities in Saint Kitts and Nevis and Their Time
Basseterre, Charlestown, Sandy Point, Dieppe Bay, and Gingerland all follow Atlantic Standard Time (UTC−4) year-round. The country does not observe Daylight Saving Time.
Pros and Cons
Pros
Single time zone across both islands
No DST adjustments needed
Same time as many Caribbean nations
Cons
No extra daylight in evenings due to no DST
Time difference may vary widely with other regions
Frequently Asked Questions
What time zone does Saint Kitts and Nevis use?
Saint Kitts and Nevis uses Atlantic Standard Time, UTC 4, year round. The country does not observe Daylight Saving Time.
Does Saint Kitts and Nevis observe Daylight Saving Time?
No. Saint Kitts and Nevis does not observe Daylight Saving Time; it stays on Atlantic Standard Time (UTC 4) year round.
What is the IANA time zone ID?
The IANA time zone ID for Saint Kitts and Nevis is America/St_Kitts.
Do both islands use the same time?
Yes. Both islands use the same time — Atlantic Standard Time (UTC 4) year round (IANA ID: America/St_Kitts).
Does the time change at any point in the year?
No. Time stays fixed at UTC 4 year‑round; Saint Kitts and Nevis does not observe Daylight Saving Time.