Current Time in Bahamas
Bahamas uses Eastern Time. Current offset: UTC-5 (winter) / UTC-4 (summer). Daylight saving time applies.
About the Timezone in Bahamas
Bahamas, with its capital in Nassau, is located in the Caribbean region. The country observes Eastern Time (EST/EDT), with an offset of UTC-5 (winter) / UTC-4 (summer). Daylight saving time is observed, shifting clocks forward by one hour during the summer months. Major cities include Nassau, Freeport, West End, Coopers Town, Marsh Harbour. Bahamas shares EST/EDT with Miami and New York. Same time. Bahamas shares EST/EDT with Cuba. Same time. Bahamas is on the same time as Jamaica in winter; 1 hour ahead in summer.
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Bahamas Timezone Details
- Country
- Bahamas
- Capital
- Nassau
- Timezone
- Eastern Time (EST/EDT)
- IANA Name
- America/Nassau
- UTC Offset
- UTC-5 (winter) / UTC-4 (summer)
- Daylight Saving
- Yes
- Region
- Caribbean
- Major Cities
- Nassau, Freeport, West End, Coopers Town, Marsh Harbour
Time Differences
- vs US Eastern (EST/EDT) (UTC-5/-4)
- Bahamas shares EST/EDT with Miami and New York. Same time.
- vs Cuba (CST/CDT) (UTC-5/-4)
- Bahamas shares EST/EDT with Cuba. Same time.
- vs Jamaica (EST) (UTC-5)
- Bahamas is on the same time as Jamaica in winter; 1 hour ahead in summer.
Frequently asked questions
Does the Bahamas observe daylight saving time?
Yes. The Bahamas uses EDT (UTC-4) from the second Sunday of March to the first Sunday of November, and EST (UTC-5) the rest of the year.
What timezone is Nassau in?
Nassau uses Eastern Time (EST/EDT). Same timezone as Miami and New York.
What is the time difference between the Bahamas and the UK?
The Bahamas is 5 hours behind UK GMT (winter) and 5 hours behind UK BST (summer).