The current local time in Paraguay is shown above. Paraguay operates on Paraguay Time (PYT) during winter and switches to Paraguay Summer Time (PYST) during Daylight Saving Time.
Major cities including Asunción, Ciudad del Este, Encarnación, and San Lorenzo all follow the same national time zone.
Paraguay uses a single time zone across the entire country, which helps maintain consistent local time nationwide.
Paraguay follows Paraguay Time (UTC−4) and observes Daylight Saving Time, shifting to UTC−3 during the summer months.
Quick Facts
- Capital: Asunción
- Region: South America
- Time Zone: Paraguay Time (PYT)
- Standard Time: UTC−4
- Daylight Saving Time: UTC−3
- Population: About 7.5 million
- Languages: Spanish and Guaraní
- Currency: Paraguayan Guaraní (PYG)
Time Difference from Major Cities
- Paraguay ↔ Sydney: Sydney is usually 14–15 hours ahead, depending on Australian Daylight Saving Time.
- Paraguay ↔ New York: New York is usually 1 hour ahead during standard time and the same time during New York Daylight Saving Time.
- Paraguay ↔ London: London is usually 4 hours ahead of Paraguay.
- Paraguay ↔ Dubai: Dubai is usually 8 hours ahead of Paraguay.
- Paraguay ↔ Tokyo: Tokyo is usually 13 hours ahead of Paraguay.
Time differences may vary slightly during Daylight Saving Time transition weeks.
Daylight Saving Time
Paraguay observes Daylight Saving Time.
- Winter: Paraguay Time (UTC−4)
- Summer: Paraguay Summer Time (UTC−3)
Clocks usually move forward in October and move back in March.
Best Time to Call Paraguay from Abroad
If you are calling Paraguay from:
- Australia (Sydney): Best time is 11:00 PM – 2:00 AM Sydney time, corresponding to morning in Paraguay.
- United Kingdom: 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM UK time works well.
- United States (New York): 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST matches typical business hours.
Typical business hours in Paraguay are 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday to Friday.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time zone is Paraguay in?
Paraguay follows Paraguay Time (PYT) which is UTC−4.
Does Paraguay observe Daylight Saving Time?
Yes. Paraguay changes clocks seasonally.
Is Paraguay the same time as Bolivia?
During winter they share the same time (UTC−4), but during Paraguay’s daylight saving period Paraguay moves to UTC−3.
Where is Paraguay Located?
Paraguay is located in central South America. It is a landlocked country bordered by Brazil to the east and north, Argentina to the south, and Bolivia to the northwest.
What is Paraguay Famous For?
Paraguay is known for its rich culture, natural landscapes, and strong indigenous heritage.
Paraguay is famous for:
- The capital city Asunción, one of the oldest cities in South America
- The Paraguay River, which divides the country
- Itaipu Dam, one of the world’s largest hydroelectric power plants
- Traditional Guaraní culture and language
- Beautiful rivers, wetlands, and national parks
- Colorful festivals and traditional music
Because of its cultural heritage and central location in South America, Paraguay is one of the region’s most unique countries.
Additional Note
Since Paraguay observes Daylight Saving Time, the time difference with other countries may change during seasonal clock adjustments.
