Location
Basse-Terre, Guadeloupe
Current local time
Time in Basse-Terre Now
Current local time in Basse-Terre, Guadeloupe with accurate time zone details, AST (UTC-4). Check today’s sunrise and sunset times on findtime.io.
Time zone
AST | UTC-4
IANA zone
America/Guadeloupe
Population
12,284
Use this Basse-Terre time page to check timezone details, plan calls, and compare meeting times with cities around the world.
Frequently Asked Questions about Basse-Terre
Time-sensitive answers as of 2026-11-09 01:42 UTC. Open the live clock for the latest timezone information.
What time is it in Basse-Terre right now?
The live clock at the top of this page shows the current local time in Basse-Terre, Guadeloupe. Right now, Basse-Terre uses Atlantic Standard Time (AST) | UTC-4, and the display updates automatically.
What time zone does Basse-Terre use?
Basse-Terre uses Atlantic Standard Time (AST) | UTC-4. Basse-Terre does not change its clocks, so it stays on UTC-4 all year (AST). The IANA timezone identifier is America/Guadeloupe.
What is the UTC offset for Basse-Terre?
The UTC offset for Basse-Terre is UTC-4 all year (AST). Basse-Terre does not change its clocks, so this offset does not change during the year.
What does the time abbreviation mean in Basse-Terre?
AST is the short label for the current local timezone used in Basse-Terre. The full timezone label and UTC offset are shown on this page so you do not have to rely on the abbreviation alone.
Is Basse-Terre on Daylight Saving Time today?
No, Basse-Terre does not observe Daylight Saving Time and does not change its clocks. It stays on UTC-4 all year (AST) and currently uses Atlantic Standard Time (AST) | UTC-4.
What is the time difference between Basse-Terre and my location?
The time difference depends on your own timezone and the date. Use the live comparison tools on findtime.io to compare your location with Basse-Terre; the result will account for daylight saving time and the selected meeting date.
What is the best time to call or meet someone in Basse-Terre?
For most business calls, aim for 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM in Basse-Terre, using Atlantic Standard Time (AST) | UTC-4. The findtime.io meeting planner shows overlap between your working hours and Basse-Terre working hours.
How do I convert Basse-Terre time to another city?
Use the findtime.io time converter, enter the time in Basse-Terre, then choose the comparison city. The converter uses Atlantic Standard Time (AST) | UTC-4.
Does Basse-Terre use the same time all year?
Yes. Basse-Terre does not change its clocks for daylight saving time, so it stays on UTC-4 all year (AST). It currently uses Atlantic Standard Time (AST) | UTC-4.
