Daylight Savings Time Changes in Guatemala 🇬🇹 (1983)
| 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
20 MAY
20 May 1983 - Daylight Saving Time Starts
When local standard time is about to reach Friday, 20 May 1983, 23:59 clocks are turned forward 1 hour to
Friday, 20 May 1983, 01:00 local daylight time instead.
Sunrise and sunset will be about 1 hour later on 20 May 1983 than the day before. There will be more light in the evening.
Also called Spring Forward.
Before
23
:
59
After
23
:
00
21 SEP
21 Sep 1983 - Daylight Saving Time Ends
When local standard time is about to reach Wednesday, 21 September 1983, 23:59 clocks are turned backward 1 hour to
Wednesday, 21 September 1983, 23:00 local standard time instead.
Sunrise and sunset will be about 1 hour earlier on 21 Sep 1983 than the day before. There will be more light in the morning.
Also called Fall Back.
Daylight Savings Time Schedules by Departments in Guatemala (1983)
| Department | DST Start (Spring) | DST End (Fall) |
|---|---|---|
| Alta Verapaz | 20 May 1983 | 21 Sep 1983 |
| Baja Verapaz | 20 May 1983 | 21 Sep 1983 |
| Chimaltenango | 20 May 1983 | 21 Sep 1983 |
| Chiquimula | 20 May 1983 | 21 Sep 1983 |
| Departamento de Escuintla | 20 May 1983 | 21 Sep 1983 |
| Departamento de Huehuetenango | 20 May 1983 | 21 Sep 1983 |
| Departamento de Jutiapa | 20 May 1983 | 21 Sep 1983 |
| Departamento de Retalhuleu | 20 May 1983 | 21 Sep 1983 |
| El Progreso | 20 May 1983 | 21 Sep 1983 |
| Guatemala | 20 May 1983 | 21 Sep 1983 |
| Izabal | 20 May 1983 | 21 Sep 1983 |
| Jalapa | 20 May 1983 | 21 Sep 1983 |
| Petén | 20 May 1983 | 21 Sep 1983 |
| Quetzaltenango | 20 May 1983 | 21 Sep 1983 |
| Quiché | 20 May 1983 | 21 Sep 1983 |
| Sacatepéquez | 20 May 1983 | 21 Sep 1983 |
| San Marcos | 20 May 1983 | 21 Sep 1983 |
| Santa Rosa Department | 20 May 1983 | 21 Sep 1983 |
| Sololá | 20 May 1983 | 21 Sep 1983 |
| Suchitepequez Department | 20 May 1983 | 21 Sep 1983 |
| Totonicapán | 20 May 1983 | 21 Sep 1983 |
| Zacapa | 20 May 1983 | 21 Sep 1983 |
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 1983?
Yes, Guatemala observes Daylight Saving Time during the 1983 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 Friday, 20 May 1983. 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 20 May 1983, 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.