Current time in Jamaica

16:52:58

Thursday, October 29, 2026

UTC-5 2 hours behind Brasília Reference: Kingston

Time zone of Jamaica

The time in Jamaica (Kingston) follows the America/Jamaica time zone, currently UTC-5. 2 hours behind Brasília.

Jamaica

16:52:58

Brasília

18:52:58

How to call or schedule a meeting with Jamaica

When it is 9:00 in Brasília, it is 07:00 in Jamaica; when it is 18:00 in Brasília, it is 16:00 there. The window where 9:00–18:00 working hours overlap on both sides runs from 11:00 to 18:00 Brasília time.

Jamaica: sunrise today at 06:05 · sunset at 17:36 · see details

See also the world time table to compare several cities at once, the meeting planner and the time zones guide to understand how the difference is calculated.

Country facts

Capital: Kingston
Continent: Central America
Area: 10,991 km² (4,244 sq mi)
Population: about 2.8 million inhabitants (old estimate, 2014)
Currency: Jamaican dollar (JMD)
Languages: English
Calling code: +1
Internet domain: .jm

More countries: Central America

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Frequently asked questions

What is the time difference between Brazil and Jamaica?

2 hours behind Brasília at the moment. Because neither Brazil nor Jamaica changes clocks during the year, the gap is the same all year.

What time zone is Jamaica in?

Jamaica follows America/Jamaica, currently UTC-5. The reference location is Kingston.

Does Jamaica have daylight saving time?

No. Under the current rules, Jamaica does not change its clocks during the year.

What is the best time to call Jamaica from Brazil?

Assuming 9:00–18:00 working hours on both sides, the shared window runs from 11:00 to 18:00 Brasília time (09:00 to 16:00 in Jamaica).

What is the capital of Jamaica?

The capital of Jamaica is Kingston. The country covers about 10,991 km². Continent: Central America.

What currency and calling code does Jamaica use?

The currency is the Jamaican dollar (JMD). To call from abroad, dial +1 before the number. Websites use the .jm domain.