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CLT – Chile Standard Time

Current Offset:UTC-3(Daylight Time Active)

Timezone Overview

Chile Standard Time (CLT) is a time standard used across the South America region. The current local UTC offset is UTC-3. This timezone participates in seasonal clock adjustments: the standard offset is UTC-4 and the daylight saving offset is UTC-3. The zone is currently observing daylight saving time.

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CLT Timezone Details

Abbreviation
CLT
Standard Offset
UTC-4
Current Offset
UTC-3
Daylight Offset
UTC-3
DST Status
Active (Daylight)
IANA Identifier
America/Santiago
Region
South America
Clock Changes
Seasonal (2x/year)

Daylight Saving Time (DST) Information

Chile Standard Time (CLT) participates in daylight saving time adjustments. During the standard time period, clocks operate at UTC-4, and during the daylight saving period, clocks advance by 1 hour to UTC-3.

Standard Time
UTC-4
CLT
Daylight Saving Time
UTC-3
CLT

Specific changeover dates depend on jurisdictional regulations. In North America transitions generally take place in March and November, in Europe transitions occur in late March and late October, and Southern Hemisphere zones transition between October and April.

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Major Cities in CLT Time

Representative cities currently observing Chile Standard Time (CLT) with their live local times.

1 city listed
CityCountryCurrent TimeCurrent Offset
SantiagoChile3:19 AMUTC-3

Countries & Territories Represented

Chile

Other South America Timezones

BRT
UTC-3
ART
UTC-3
PET
UTC-5
COT
UTC-5

Frequently Asked Questions about CLT

Accurate, factual answers regarding Chile Standard Time (CLT) and its seasonal schedule.

What is CLT and what does it stand for?

CLT stands for Chile Standard Time. It is a civil time standard used in South America with a standard offset of UTC-4 from Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). Its current offset is UTC-3.

Does CLT observe Daylight Saving Time (DST)?

Yes, Chile Standard Time participates in seasonal daylight saving time shifts. Standard time is UTC-4 and daylight saving time is UTC-3. Clocks in this zone are currently advancing for daylight saving time.

Which major cities use CLT?

Major cities operating in or aligned with Chile Standard Time include Santiago (Chile).

How do I convert CLT to another timezone?

To convert CLT (UTC-3) to your local time or another zone, calculate the hour difference between your local UTC offset and UTC-3. You can also use the live interactive converters listed on this page for instant side-by-side time comparisons.