Grenada is an island nation located in the Caribbean Sea, at the southern end of the Lesser Antilles island chain. The country consists of the main island of Grenada along with smaller islands such as Carriacou and Petite Martinique.
Grenada operates on Atlantic Standard Time (AST) and uses one single time zone across the entire country. Grenada does not observe daylight saving time, meaning the time remains the same throughout the year.
The capital city St. George’s serves as the reference location for the country’s official time.
Current Time
Grenada follows Atlantic Standard Time (AST).
Time Zone: Atlantic Standard Time (AST)
UTC Offset: UTC −4
IANA Time Zone: America/Grenada
Quick Facts
- Capital: St. George’s
- Continent/Region: Caribbean (North America)
- Time Zone: Atlantic Standard Time (AST)
- UTC Offset: UTC −4
- IANA Time Zone: America/Grenada
- International Dialing Code: +1-473
- Currency: East Caribbean Dollar (XCD)
Time Difference From
Common time differences between Grenada and major cities:
- Sydney: Grenada is 15 hours behind Sydney
- London: Grenada is 4 hours behind London
- New York: Grenada is 1 hour ahead of New York during standard time
- Tokyo: Grenada is 13 hours behind Tokyo
Daylight Saving Time
Grenada does not observe Daylight Saving Time (DST).
The country remains 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 time
- From 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 Grenada are 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM local time.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time zone does Grenada use?
Grenada uses Atlantic Standard Time (AST), UTC−4.
Does Grenada have multiple time zones?
No. The entire country uses one time zone.
Does Grenada observe daylight saving time?
No. Grenada keeps the same time throughout the year.
What is the IANA time zone for Grenada?
The official time zone identifier is America/Grenada.
Where Is Located
Grenada is located in the southern Caribbean Sea, north of Trinidad and Tobago and south of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. It is part of the Lesser Antilles island chain.
What Is Famous For
Grenada is famous for:
- Being called the “Spice Island” due to its production of nutmeg and other spices
- Beautiful Caribbean beaches and clear waters
- Lush rainforests and waterfalls
- The scenic harbor of St. George’s, one of the most picturesque capitals in the Caribbean
- Popular diving and snorkeling sites
Additional Note
Grenada maintains a stable time system with one time zone and no daylight saving time adjustments, making time coordination simple for international travel, communication, and business.
