Current Time in Sao Paulo, Brazil
Sao Paulo is on Brasilia Standard Time – BRT (UTC−3) right now. Sao Paulo does not observe daylight saving time.
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· Sao Paulo
America/Sao_Paulo
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Time zone of Sao Paulo
| Time zone | Brasilia Standard Time |
|---|---|
| Abbreviation | BRT |
| UTC offset | UTC−3 |
| IANA time zone id | America/Sao_Paulo |
| Daylight saving time | Not observed |
Time difference between Sao Paulo and other cities
Daylight saving time in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo does not observe daylight saving time. The clocks stay on UTC−3 all year, so conversions never shift.
Sao Paulo time FAQ
What time is it in Sao Paulo right now?
Sao Paulo is on BRT (UTC−3). The live clock at the top of this page shows the current local time in Sao Paulo, updated every second.
What time zone is Sao Paulo in?
Sao Paulo is in Brasilia Standard Time, abbreviated BRT, UTC−3. Its IANA time zone id is America/Sao_Paulo.
Does Sao Paulo observe daylight saving time?
No. Sao Paulo stays on UTC−3 all year.
What is the time difference between Sao Paulo and New York?
New York is 2 hours behind Sao Paulo.
Other cities in Brazil
Updated 6 November 2026. Time zone data: IANA tz database.