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Caracas, Venezuela
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Saturday, September 12, 2026
Time in Caracas – Current Local Time
Live local time, Caracas clock, UTC offset, and time differences for Caracas, Venezuela.
Timezone: Caracas (America/Caracas)Offset: UTC-4DST: Not observed (constant all year)
Caracas is situated in Venezuela (South America) and observes the America/Caracas (Caracas) time standard at UTC-4 from Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). Caracas maintains a constant UTC-4 offset year-round, without seasonal Daylight Saving Time transitions.
The live clock above reflects current civil time to the second, providing accurate local hours for travel planning, cross-border meeting coordination, and international communications.
Time zone data verified and last updated: September 12, 2026
Timezone
America/Caracas
Country
Venezuela
Region
South America
How Many Hours Ahead or Behind is Caracas?
Calculated time differences between Caracas (UTC-4) and major international business hubs, dynamically accounting for active Daylight Saving Time shifts.
| Financial Hub | Current Timezone | Caracas Status | Time at 12:00 PM in Caracas |
|---|---|---|---|
| New YorkUnited States | EST/EDT | Caracas is Same time | 12:00 PM |
| LondonUnited Kingdom | GMT/BST | Caracas is 5 hours behind | 5:00 PM |
| TokyoJapan | JST | Caracas is 13 hours behind | 1:00 AM |
| SydneyAustralia | AEST/AEDT | Caracas is 14 hours behind | 2:00 AM |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Time in Caracas
What time is it in Caracas right now?
The live clock at the top of this page shows the exact current time in Caracas, Venezuela, updated every second. Caracas is on Caracas (UTC-4 from UTC).
What time zone is Caracas in?
Caracas uses the America/Caracas time zone (Caracas), which is UTC-4 from Coordinated Universal Time. This offset stays the same all year because Caracas does not observe Daylight Saving Time.
What is the time difference between Caracas and New York?
Caracas and New York are currently in the same time zone — there is no time difference. When it is 9:00 AM in New York, it is also 9:00 AM in Caracas.
What is the time difference between Caracas and London?
Caracas is currently 5 hours behind London. When it is 9:00 AM in London, it is 4:00 AM in Caracas. This accounts for any Daylight Saving Time in effect.
Does Caracas observe Daylight Saving Time?
No. Caracas does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so its UTC-4 offset from UTC stays constant throughout the year.
When is the best time to schedule a call with someone in Caracas?
Standard business hours in Caracas are 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM local time (Caracas). Use the timeline planner on this page to line up Caracas's working hours with your own time zone and find an overlap that suits both sides.
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Caracas at a Glance
UTC Offset
UTC-4
DST Observed
No
Caracas Time & Location Profile
Timezone Identifier
America/Caracas (Caracas)
Current UTC Offset
UTC-4
Daylight Saving Time
Not Observed (fixed offset year-round)
Country & Region
Venezuela • South America
Planning a Trip or Call to Caracas?
✈️ Flight & Airport Details
When booking travel to Caracas, remember to account for the local time difference—Caracas is UTC-4 from UTC. Adjust your watch upon arrival to adjust to local routines.
💼 Business Hours & Scheduling
Caracas does not observe Daylight Saving Time, keeping international scheduling calculations consistent all year at UTC-4.