Daylight Savings Time Changes in Brazil 🇧🇷 (2019)
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
Before
23
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59
After
23
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00
16 FEB
16 Feb 2019 - Daylight Saving Time Ends
When local standard time is about to reach Saturday, 16 February 2019, 23:59 clocks are turned backward 1 hour to
Saturday, 16 February 2019, 23:00 local standard time instead.
Sunrise and sunset will be about 1 hour earlier on 16 Feb 2019 than the day before. There will be more light in the morning.
Also called Fall Back.
Daylight Savings Time Schedules by States in Brazil (2019)
| State | DST Start (Spring) | DST End (Fall) |
|---|---|---|
| Espírito Santo | - | 16 Feb 2019 |
| Federal District | - | 16 Feb 2019 |
| Goiás | - | 16 Feb 2019 |
| Mato Grosso | - | 16 Feb 2019 |
| Mato Grosso do Sul | - | 16 Feb 2019 |
| Minas Gerais | - | 16 Feb 2019 |
| Paraná | - | 16 Feb 2019 |
| Rio de Janeiro | - | 16 Feb 2019 |
| Rio Grande do Sul | - | 16 Feb 2019 |
| Santa Catarina | - | 16 Feb 2019 |
| São Paulo | - | 16 Feb 2019 |
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 2019?
Yes, Brazil observes Daylight Saving Time during the 2019 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, 16 February 2019. 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 16 Feb 2019, 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 end in Brazil in 2019?
In 2019, Daylight Saving Time ends in Brazil on February 16, 2019 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 16, 2019, 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.