Time zone of Bahamas
The time in Bahamas (Nassau) follows the America/Nassau time zone, currently UTC-4. 1 hour behind Brasília.
How to call or schedule a meeting with Bahamas
When it is 9:00 in Brasília, it is 08:00 in Bahamas; when it is 18:00 in Brasília, it is 17:00 there.
The window where 9:00–18:00 working hours overlap on both sides runs from 10:00 to 18:00 Brasília time. Remember: because the location changes its clocks, these numbers shift by one hour twice a year.
Bahamas: sunrise today at 07:15 · sunset at 18:30 · see details
See also the world time table to compare several cities at once, the meeting planner and the time zones guide to understand how the difference is calculated.
Country facts
- Capital
- Nassau
- Continent
- Central America
- Area
- 13,940 km² (5,382 sq mi)
- Population
- about 300 thousand inhabitants (old estimate, 2014)
- Currency
- Bahamian dollar (BSD)
- Languages
- English
- Calling code
- +1
- Internet domain
- .bs
More countries: Central America
Frequently asked questions
What is the time difference between Brazil and Bahamas?
1 hour behind Brasília at the moment. Because Bahamas changes its clocks during the year and Brazil does not, the gap shifts by one hour between summer and winter time.
What time zone is Bahamas in?
Bahamas follows America/Nassau, currently UTC-4. The reference location is Nassau.
Does Bahamas have daylight saving time?
Yes. Bahamas moves its clocks forward for part of the year, so the difference from Brasília changes twice a year. Always check the clock on this page before scheduling a call or meeting.
What is the best time to call Bahamas from Brazil?
Assuming 9:00–18:00 working hours on both sides, the shared window runs from 10:00 to 18:00 Brasília time (09:00 to 17:00 in Bahamas).
What is the capital of Bahamas?
The capital of Bahamas is Nassau. The country covers about 13,940 km². Continent: Central America.
What currency and calling code does Bahamas use?
The currency is the Bahamian dollar (BSD). To call from abroad, dial +1 before the number. Websites use the .bs domain.