What time is it in Rio de Janeiro?
Rio de Janeiro is in Rio de Janeiro and follows the America/Sao Paulo time zone (UTC-3). Same time as Brasília.
Current time in Rio de Janeiro (RJ), Brazil
22:17:28
quinta-feira, 1 de outubro de 2026
Frequently asked questions
What time is it in Rio de Janeiro?
The clock at the top of this page shows the current time in Rio de Janeiro. The city is in Rio de Janeiro and follows the America/Sao Paulo time zone (UTC-3).
What is the time difference between Rio de Janeiro and Brasília?
None: Rio de Janeiro uses Brasília time (UTC-3).
Does Rio de Janeiro have daylight saving time?
No. Brazil abolished daylight saving time in 2019, so the time in Rio de Janeiro does not change during the year.