Dominica is an island country located in the Caribbean Sea, part of the Lesser Antilles in the eastern Caribbean.
The country operates on Atlantic Standard Time (AST) and uses one time zone across the entire island. Dominica does not observe daylight saving time, so the time remains the same throughout the year.
The capital city Roseau serves as the reference location for the country’s official time.
Current Time
Dominica follows Atlantic Standard Time (AST).
Time Zone: Atlantic Standard Time (AST)
UTC Offset: UTC −4
IANA Time Zone: America/Dominica
Quick Facts
- Capital: Roseau
- Continent/Region: Caribbean (North America)
- Time Zone: Atlantic Standard Time (AST)
- UTC Offset: UTC −4
- IANA Time Zone: America/Dominica
- International Dialing Code: +1-767
- Currency: East Caribbean Dollar (XCD)
Time Difference From
Common time differences between Dominica and major cities:
- Sydney: Dominica is 15 hours behind Sydney
- London: Dominica is 4 hours behind London
- New York: Dominica is 1 hour ahead of New York during standard time
- Tokyo: Dominica is 13 hours behind Tokyo
Daylight Saving Time
Dominica does not observe Daylight Saving Time (DST).
The country stays on UTC−4 throughout the year, and clocks do not change between seasons.
Best Time to Call
Recommended calling windows:
- From Australia: 9:00 PM – 12:00 PM (next day) Sydney timeFrom United Kingdom: 1:00 PM – 9:00 PM London time
- From United States: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM New York time
Typical working hours in Dominica are 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM local time.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time zone does Dominica use?
Dominica uses Atlantic Standard Time (AST), UTC−4.
Does Dominica have multiple time zones?
No. The entire country uses one time zone.
Does Dominica observe daylight saving time?
No. Dominica keeps the same time throughout the year.
What is the IANA time zone for Dominica?
The official time zone identifier is America/Dominica.
Where Is Located
Dominica is located in the eastern Caribbean Sea, between the islands of Guadeloupe to the north and Martinique to the south. It is part of the Lesser Antilles island chain.
What Is Famous For
Dominica is famous for:
- Being known as the “Nature Island of the Caribbean”
- Lush rainforests, waterfalls, and volcanic landscapes
- The Boiling Lake, the second-largest hot spring in the world
- Beautiful hiking trails and eco-tourism
- Rich Caribbean culture and music
Additional Note
Dominica uses one stable time zone with no daylight saving time changes, making time coordination simple for travel, communication, and international business.
