Current Time in Brazil/Acre Time Zone
IANA Name: Brazil/Acre
Standard Offset: UTC −05:00
Daylight Saving: No
Currently Observing DST: No ❌
Brazil/Acre Time Zone: A Complete Guide
Brazil/Acre is a time zone identifier for the state of Acre and parts of western Amazonas in Brazil. It uses a fixed offset of UTC-05:00 and does not observe daylight saving time. This guide covers its coverage, offset mechanics, and practical scheduling tips.
Geographic Coverage and Usage
The Brazil/Acre zone applies to the state of Acre and the southwestern portion of Amazonas state in Brazil. Major cities include Rio Branco (capital of Acre) and Cruzeiro do Sul. It is the westernmost time zone in Brazil. The zone is used year-round by approximately 900,000 people.
Offset and Abbreviation
The standard offset is UTC-05:00, meaning it is 5 hours behind Coordinated Universal Time. The common abbreviation is ACT (Acre Time). Unlike many time zones, there is no daylight saving adjustment, so the abbreviation remains constant throughout the year.
Daylight Saving Time Status
Brazil/Acre does not observe daylight saving time. Brazil used to have DST in some regions, but Acre never adopted it. The offset is UTC-05:00 all year, providing a stable time reference for residents and businesses.
Main Countries and Cities
This zone is used exclusively in Brazil. Key cities: Rio Branco (pop. ~400,000), Cruzeiro do Sul (~80,000), and Sena Madureira (~40,000). It covers an area of about 165,000 km², mostly rainforest.
Business Hours and Scheduling
Standard business hours (9 AM to 5 PM) in Acre correspond to 14:00 to 22:00 UTC. For calls to New York (UTC-05:00 with DST), note that during US DST (March-November), Acre is 1 hour behind New York; during US standard time, they share the same offset. For London (UTC+00:00), Acre is 5 hours behind. Best overlap for calls with US East Coast: 10 AM-3 PM Acre time (11 AM-4 PM New York during DST).
Comparison with Other Zones
Other zones at UTC-05:00 include America/Bogota (Colombia), America/Lima (Peru), and America/Atikokan (Canada, no DST). Unlike most of these, Acre does not observe DST, so its offset is constant while others may shift.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Acre observe daylight saving time?
No, Brazil/Acre does not observe daylight saving time. The offset remains UTC-05:00 all year.
What is the time difference between Acre and New York?
During US DST (March to November), Acre is 1 hour behind New York. During US standard time, both are at UTC-05:00, so the same time.
Which Brazilian states use Brazil/Acre time?
The state of Acre and the southwestern part of Amazonas state use this zone.
What is the UTC offset for Brazil/Acre?
It is UTC-05:00, which is 5 hours behind Coordinated Universal Time.
Is Brazil/Acre the same as Eastern Standard Time?
Yes, during US standard time, both are UTC-05:00. However, EST observes DST, while Acre does not, so they differ for part of the year.
What is the abbreviation for Acre time?
The abbreviation is ACT (Acre Time).