Current time in Guatemala
Central Standard Time (CST) · UTC−6 · Capital: Guatemala City
- Official name
- GT
- Capital
- Guatemala City
- Population
- 16,176,133
- Currency
- GTQ
- Language
- Spanish
- Dialling code
- +502
- Internet domain
- .gt
- ISO codes
- GT, GTM
- Continent
- North America
- Largest city
- Guatemala city
- Cities on WorldClock
- 2
- Number of time zones
- 1
About Guatemala
Guatemala, located in Central America, is known for its mixed Mayan and Spanish culture and its ever-changing weather. The country’s capital is Guatemala City and it has a population of 13.8 million. There are a total of 23 languages spoken in Guatemala but the country’s official language is Spanish. The country suffers with extreme poverty, drug trafficking and corruption yet is none the less a popular tourist destination. The currency used is the Quetzal (GTQ). Guatemala’s path has left an imprint on the Guatemala flag, reflecting the tenacity and pride of its people from the pre-Columbian age through its war for independence and subsequent hardships.
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Frequently asked questions
What time zone is Guatemala in?
Guatemala uses Central Standard Time (CST), which is UTC−6 at the moment.
How many time zones does Guatemala have?
Guatemala has a single time zone, so it is the same time everywhere in the country: UTC−6 right now.
Does Guatemala observe daylight saving time?
No. Guatemala does not use daylight saving time, so the clocks stay on UTC−6 all year round.
What time is it in Guatemala City right now?
Guatemala City, the capital of Guatemala, is on Central Standard Time (CST), UTC−6. The live clock at the top of this page always shows the exact current time.
What is the time difference between Guatemala and London?
Guatemala is currently 7 hours behind London. The gap can change by an hour when either side switches to or from daylight saving time.
What is the time difference between Guatemala and New York?
Guatemala is currently 2 hours behind New York. The gap can change by an hour when either side switches to or from daylight saving time.
What is the best time to call Guatemala?
Office hours in Guatemala (9:00–17:00 local time) are 16:00–00:00 in London and 11:00–19:00 in New York, so aim for that window.
Which countries in North America are on the same time as Guatemala?
Right now these countries in North America share UTC−6: Belize, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua.
What is the dialling code for Guatemala?
The international dialling code for Guatemala is +502.