Current time in Uruguay
Uruguay uses a single time zone, America/Montevideo (standard time UTC-3). Daylight saving time is not currently observed here, so the offset holds all year.
UTC offset
UTC-3
now
Time zones
1
America/Montevideo
Daylight saving
Not observed
all of 2026
Cities listed
1
South America
Time zones in Uruguay
| Zone | Example city | Local time | UTC offset now | Standard / DST | Next clock change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| America/Montevideo | Montevideo | 08:30 | UTC-3 | UTC-3 all year | — |
Cities in Uruguay
| City | Local time | IANA time zone | UTC offset now | Abbr. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montevideo | 08:30 | America/Montevideo | UTC-3 | UYT |
Frequently asked questions
What time is it in Uruguay right now?
All of Uruguay uses the America/Montevideo time zone, currently at UTC-3 (UYT). The table on this page shows the live local time, updated every second from your device's clock using the official IANA time zone rules.
How many time zones does Uruguay have?
Uruguay uses a single time zone, America/Montevideo, at UTC-3 in standard time.
Does Uruguay observe daylight saving time?
No. Uruguay keeps the same offset all year, so the UTC offset shown is correct on every date of 2026.
What is the UTC offset in Uruguay?
Uruguay is currently at UTC-3. This offset holds all year — there are no clock changes.