Sao Paulo → Washington, D.C.: Time Difference
Washington, D.C. is 1 hour behind Sao Paulo.
How the difference works
Sao Paulo uses America/Sao_Paulo (UTC-3 standard time) and Washington, D.C. uses America/New_York (UTC-5 standard time) — a standard-time gap of 2 hours behind Sao Paulo. Washington, D.C. observes daylight saving time while Sao Paulo does not, so the difference shifts by one hour twice a year.
Distance: about 7,632 km (4,742 mi) great-circle distance.
Sao Paulo → Washington, D.C., hour by hour
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Frequently asked questions
What is the time difference between Sao Paulo and Washington, D.C.?
In standard time, Washington, D.C. is 2 hours behind Sao Paulo. Washington, D.C. observes daylight saving time while Sao Paulo does not, so the difference shifts by one hour twice a year.
When it is 9:00 in Sao Paulo, what time is it in Washington, D.C.?
In standard time it is 07:00 in Washington, D.C.. During daylight saving periods the answer can move by an hour — the live table on this page always reflects today's rules.
How far is Washington, D.C. from Sao Paulo?
About 7,632 km (4,742 miles) as the crow flies, computed from city-center coordinates.