Daylight Savings Time Changes in Brazil 🇧🇷 (2016)
Brazil does not observe daylight saving time; clocks stay on UTC-3 all year round.
| Country: | Brazil |
| Capital: | Brasilia |
| Abbreviations: | BR, BRA |
| IANA Time Zones: | 21 |
| Dial Code: | +55 |
Daylight Savings Time Schedule and Information
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59
After
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20 FEB
20 Feb 2016 - Daylight Saving Time Ends
When local standard time is about to reach Saturday, 20 February 2016, 23:59 clocks are turned backward 1 hour to
Saturday, 20 February 2016, 23:00 local standard time instead.
Sunrise and sunset will be about 1 hour earlier on 20 Feb 2016 than the day before. There will be more light in the morning.
Also called Fall Back.
Before
23
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59
After
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00
15 OCT
15 Oct 2016 - Daylight Saving Time Starts
When local standard time is about to reach Saturday, 15 October 2016, 23:59 clocks are turned forward 1 hour to
Saturday, 15 October 2016, 01:00 local daylight time instead.
Sunrise and sunset will be about 1 hour later on 15 Oct 2016 than the day before. There will be more light in the evening.
Also called Spring Forward.
Daylight Savings Time Schedules by States in Brazil (2016)
| State | DST Start (Spring) | DST End (Fall) |
|---|---|---|
| Espírito Santo | 15 Oct 2016 | 20 Feb 2016 |
| Federal District | 15 Oct 2016 | 20 Feb 2016 |
| Goiás | 15 Oct 2016 | 20 Feb 2016 |
| Mato Grosso | 15 Oct 2016 | 20 Feb 2016 |
| Mato Grosso do Sul | 15 Oct 2016 | 20 Feb 2016 |
| Minas Gerais | 15 Oct 2016 | 20 Feb 2016 |
| Paraná | 15 Oct 2016 | 20 Feb 2016 |
| Rio de Janeiro | 15 Oct 2016 | 20 Feb 2016 |
| Rio Grande do Sul | 15 Oct 2016 | 20 Feb 2016 |
| Santa Catarina | 15 Oct 2016 | 20 Feb 2016 |
| São Paulo | 15 Oct 2016 | 20 Feb 2016 |
States in Brazil that do not observe Daylight Savings Time
DST Changes Summary for Brazil
| Date | Year | Change | Time | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Nov | 2018 | Forward 1 hour | 23:59 ➜ 01:00 | Daylight Saving Start |
| 16 Feb | 2019 | Back 1 hour | 23:59 ➜ 23:00 | Daylight Saving End |
Read More About Daylight Savings Time
Common Questions about Daylight Savings Time Changes in Brazil
Does Brazil use Daylight Saving Time in 2016?
Yes, Brazil observes Daylight Saving Time during the 2016 calendar year. The country follows the practice of shifting clocks to better align waking hours with the available evening sunlight during the spring and summer months.
Note that this does not apply to the entire country, as 16 states do not participate in the change.
When do the clocks change next in Brazil?
The next scheduled time transition in Brazil will take place on Saturday, 20 February 2016. At 23:59 local time, clocks will be turned backward by 1 hour. This specific change marks the transition to daylight saving time ends.
Does all of Brazil follow the same time change schedule?
No. While the majority of Brazil observes Daylight Saving Time, there are regional exceptions. Currently, 16 states stay on standard time year-round.
How will the next transition affect the day in Brazil?
Following the shift on 20 Feb 2016, you will notice that there is more light in the morning compared to the day before. While the transition may temporarily disrupt sleep patterns, the primary goal of this backward shift is to maximize usable daylight for the population.
Frequently Asked Questions about DST in Brazil
Does Brazil observe Daylight Saving Time?
Yes, Brazil observes Daylight Saving Time. Clocks shift forward in spring and back in autumn, giving an extra hour of evening daylight during the warmer months.
When does DST start in Brazil in 2016?
In 2016, Daylight Saving Time begins in Brazil on October 15, 2016 at 23:59 local time. Clocks spring forward by one hour at this moment.
When does DST end in Brazil in 2016?
In 2016, Daylight Saving Time ends in Brazil on February 20, 2016 at 23:59 local time. Clocks fall back by one hour, returning to standard time.
When is the next time change in Brazil?
The next clock change in Brazil is on February 20, 2016, when clocks will fall back by one hour.
What time zone is Brazil on after DST ends?
After DST ends, Brazil returns to its standard time zone, America / Araguaina (America/Araguaina). Standard time is the country's year-round baseline; DST adds one hour to that during the warmer months.
Why does Brazil use Daylight Saving Time?
Like most countries that observe DST, Brazil shifts its clocks to make better use of evening daylight during the summer months, which can reduce electricity demand and shift outdoor activity later into the day. The savings are modest and debated, but the practice remains widespread in mid- and high-latitude countries.