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The flag of Ecuador

Capital Time Zone:

Ecuador Time (ECT)

What Time Is It In Ecuador Right Now?

Local time in Quito:

Today's Date and Day in Quito (EC):

The time shown here is the time in the capital, Quito.
According to IANA, the time zone of Quito is America/Guayaquil.

Current Time & Date Details for Ecuador

Country

Ecuador

Country Code

EC, ECU

Continent

South America

(SA)

Capital

Time Zone

America/Guayaquil

Currency

Dollar

(USD)

Population

17084357

Area

283560.00 km²

Phone Code

+593

Domain

.ec

Languages

Spanish

Neighbours

Peru, Colombia

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What is the Time Zone in Ecuador?

Time Zone IANACurrent Time Zone NameUTC/GMT Offset (H)DST Offset (H)
America/GuayaquilEcuador Time (ECT) -5 Hours-5 Hours
Pacific/GalapagosGalapagos Time (GALT) -6 Hours-6 Hours

UTC (Coordinated Universal Time): This is the primary time standard by which the world regulates clocks and time, and it does not observe Daylight Saving Time

GMT (Greenwich Mean Time): This is the standard time used in London

DST (Daylight Saving Time): This is the practice of moving clocks forward one hour during the warmer months of the year, usually spring and summer, to make better use of daylight

Time in other cities in Ecuador

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SalinasSanta Elena
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Rosa ZarateEsmeraldas
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RiobambaChimborazo Province
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QuevedoLos Rios
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PuyoPastaza Province
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PujiliCotopaxi
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Primary Time Zones Across the World

CountryCityTime Zone Name
United StatesHonoluluHawaii-Aleutian Standard Time (HST)
United StatesAnchorageAlaska Daylight Time (AKDT)
United StatesLos AngelesPacific Daylight Time (PDT)
United StatesDenverMountain Daylight Time (MDT)
United StatesChicagoCentral Daylight Time (CDT)
United StatesNew York CityEastern Daylight Time (EDT)

Our website shows the current time in Ecuador now, as well as other countries, states (regions) and cities around the world. Each country operates in its own time zone, and some even have multiple time zones. In addition, due to seasonal changes, many countries move their clocks twice a year. This means that time can shift in the spring and fall, affecting local time. Regardless of the country or region, our service ensures that you always know the exact date and time, whether it's during the day or at midnight. Stay up to date with the current time in the EC, no matter where you are or what time of year it is.