Daylight Savings Time Changes in Guatemala 🇬🇹 (1973)
| Country: | Guatemala |
| Capital: | Guatemala City |
| Abbreviations: | GT, GTM |
| IANA Time Zones: | 1 |
| Dial Code: | +502 |
Daylight Savings Time Schedule and Information
Before
23
:
59
After
01
:
00
24 NOV
24 Nov 1973 - Daylight Saving Time Starts
When local standard time is about to reach Saturday, 24 November 1973, 23:59 clocks are turned forward 1 hour to
Saturday, 24 November 1973, 01:00 local daylight time instead.
Sunrise and sunset will be about 1 hour later on 24 Nov 1973 than the day before. There will be more light in the evening.
Also called Spring Forward.
Daylight Savings Time Schedules by Departments in Guatemala (1973)
| Department | DST Start (Spring) | DST End (Fall) |
|---|---|---|
| Alta Verapaz | 24 Nov 1973 | - |
| Baja Verapaz | 24 Nov 1973 | - |
| Chimaltenango | 24 Nov 1973 | - |
| Chiquimula | 24 Nov 1973 | - |
| Departamento de Escuintla | 24 Nov 1973 | - |
| Departamento de Huehuetenango | 24 Nov 1973 | - |
| Departamento de Jutiapa | 24 Nov 1973 | - |
| Departamento de Retalhuleu | 24 Nov 1973 | - |
| El Progreso | 24 Nov 1973 | - |
| Guatemala | 24 Nov 1973 | - |
| Izabal | 24 Nov 1973 | - |
| Jalapa | 24 Nov 1973 | - |
| Petén | 24 Nov 1973 | - |
| Quetzaltenango | 24 Nov 1973 | - |
| Quiché | 24 Nov 1973 | - |
| Sacatepéquez | 24 Nov 1973 | - |
| San Marcos | 24 Nov 1973 | - |
| Santa Rosa Department | 24 Nov 1973 | - |
| Sololá | 24 Nov 1973 | - |
| Suchitepequez Department | 24 Nov 1973 | - |
| Totonicapán | 24 Nov 1973 | - |
| Zacapa | 24 Nov 1973 | - |
DST Changes Summary for Guatemala
| Date | Year | Change | Time | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Apr | 2006 | Forward 1 hour | 23:59 ➜ 01:00 | Daylight Saving Start |
| 30 Sep | 2006 | Back 1 hour | 23:59 ➜ 23:00 | Daylight Saving End |
Read More About Daylight Savings Time
Common Questions about Daylight Savings Time Changes in Guatemala
Does Guatemala use Daylight Saving Time in 1973?
Yes, Guatemala observes Daylight Saving Time during the 1973 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.
When do the clocks change next in Guatemala?
The next scheduled time transition in Guatemala will take place on Saturday, 24 November 1973. At 23:59 local time, clocks will be turned forward by 1 hour. This specific change marks the transition to daylight saving time starts.
Does all of Guatemala follow the same time change schedule?
Yes, Guatemala follows a single, unified schedule. Every department across the country transitions to and from Daylight Saving Time at the exact same moment, ensuring a consistent time standard nationwide.
How will the next transition affect the day in Guatemala?
Following the shift on 24 Nov 1973, you will notice that there is more light in the evening compared to the day before. While the transition may temporarily disrupt sleep patterns, the primary goal of this forward shift is to maximize usable daylight for the population.