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Time in Uruguay Now
What Time Is It in Uruguay Right Now With Seconds
Uruguay follows Uruguay Standard Time (UYT) with a standard UTC offset of UTC−3. The country does observe Daylight Saving Time, during which clocks move forward to UTC−2 for part of the year.
All cities, including Montevideo, Salto, Paysandú, Maldonado, and Rivera, follow the same national time.
Uruguay Time Zone Information
Time Zone: Uruguay Standard Time (UYT)
Standard Time: UTC−3
Daylight Saving Time: Observed (UTC−2 during DST)
IANA Time Zone ID: America/Montevideo
More Info: Time in Uruguay — Wikipedia
Location: Uruguay in Google Maps and Uruguay in Apple Maps
Major Cities in Uruguay & Their Time
All cities in Uruguay follow Uruguay Standard Time (UTC−3) and switch to UTC−2 during Daylight Saving Time.
Example cities: Montevideo (capital), Salto, Paysandú, Maldonado, Rivera — all share the same time.
Pros and Cons
Pros
One single time zone nationwide.
Daylight Saving Time provides longer daylight in evenings.
Clear and predictable seasonal time changes.
Cons
Clock changes required when DST starts and ends.
Time difference varies seasonally with non-DST countries.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time zone does Uruguay use?
Uruguay uses Uruguay Standard Time (UYT) with UTC−3, and UTC−2 during Daylight Saving Time.
Does Uruguay observe Daylight Saving Time?
Yes. Uruguay observes Daylight Saving Time.
What is the IANA time zone ID for Uruguay?
Uruguay's official IANA time zone ID is America/Montevideo.
Do all parts of the country follow the same time?
Yes. The entire country follows the same national time.
Is the time difference the same all year?
No. The time difference changes seasonally due to Daylight Saving Time.