Location
Recife, Brazil
Current local time
Time in Recife Now
Current local time in Recife, Brazil with accurate time zone details, UTC-3 (UTC-3). Check today’s sunrise and sunset times on findtime.io.
Time zone
UTC-3 | UTC-3
IANA zone
America/Recife
Population
1,653,461
Use this Recife time page to check timezone details, plan calls, and compare meeting times with cities around the world.
Frequently Asked Questions about Recife
Time-sensitive answers as of 2026-10-20 22:15 UTC. Open the live clock for the latest timezone information.
What time is it in Recife right now?
The live clock at the top of this page shows the current local time in Recife, Brazil. Right now, Recife uses Brasilia Standard Time (GMT-3) | UTC-3, and the display updates automatically.
What time zone does Recife use?
Recife uses Brasilia Standard Time (GMT-3) | UTC-3. The IANA timezone identifier is America/Recife.
What is the UTC offset for Recife?
The current UTC offset for Recife is shown as UTC-3. If the city observes daylight saving time, this offset can change during the year.
What does the time abbreviation mean in Recife?
UTC-3 is the short label for the current local timezone used in Recife. The full timezone label and UTC offset are shown on this page so you do not have to rely on the abbreviation alone.
Is Recife on Daylight Saving Time today?
No, Recife does not observe Daylight Saving Time. Its local civil time stays on the same UTC offset throughout the year.
What is the time difference between Recife 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 Recife; the result will account for daylight saving time and the selected meeting date.
What is the best time to call or meet someone in Recife?
For most business calls, aim for 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM in Recife, using Brasilia Standard Time (GMT-3) | UTC-3. The findtime.io meeting planner shows overlap between your working hours and Recife working hours.
How do I convert Recife time to another city?
Use the findtime.io time converter, enter the time in Recife, then choose the comparison city. The converter uses Brasilia Standard Time (GMT-3) | UTC-3.
Does Recife use the same time all year?
Recife does not move its clocks for daylight saving time, so the local timezone offset remains stable across the year.
