Current time in São Paulo, Brazil

São Paulo follows Brasília Time (BRT) and remains on the same time throughout the year.

Quick facts:

• Time zone: BRT (UTC −3:00)
• Daylight Saving: Not observed
• UTC offset: −3 hours
• IANA zone: America/Sao_Paulo

Time difference from São Paulo:

• São Paulo ↔ Sydney: Sydney is usually 13–14 hours ahead (depending on Australian DST)
• São Paulo ↔ Auckland: Auckland is usually 15–16 hours ahead
• São Paulo ↔ Los Angeles: LA is usually 4–5 hours behind (depending on US DST)
• São Paulo ↔ New York: NY is usually 1–2 hours behind (depending on US DST)
• São Paulo ↔ London: London is usually 3–4 hours ahead (depending on UK DST)

Frequently Asked Questions

Does São Paulo use Daylight Saving Time?
No. Brazil stays on BRT (UTC −3) all year.

What time zone is São Paulo in?
Brasília Time (BRT), UTC −3:00.

Is São Paulo the same time as Buenos Aires?
Yes. Buenos Aires and São Paulo both follow UTC −3 year-round.