Current Time in Bahamas
The Bahamas uses Eastern Time, with daylight saving time.
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Saturday, September 19, 2026
EDTUTC-4
Bahamas time zone
Eastern Time
Eastern Daylight Time (EDT)
--:--UTC-4- Daylight saving
- In effect (EDT)
- Cities
- Nassau
IANA time zone: America/Nassau.
Major cities in Bahamas
Time Difference
| Compared with | Local time | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| Bahamas to New York | Same time | |
| Bahamas to London | +5 hours | |
| Bahamas to Dubai | +8 hours | |
| Bahamas to New Delhi | +9 hours 30 minutes | |
| Bahamas to Tokyo | +13 hours |
Positive values mean the other city is ahead. Differences update automatically when daylight saving time changes.
Time in Bahamas: FAQs
What time zone is the Bahamas in?
The Bahamas uses Eastern Standard Time (EST, UTC-5), switching to Eastern Daylight Time (EDT, UTC-4) for daylight saving time.
Does the Bahamas observe daylight saving time?
Yes. In 2026, Eastern Time starts daylight saving time on Sunday, March 8, 2026 and ends it on Sunday, November 1, 2026.
What is the time difference between the Bahamas and New York?
On Saturday, September 19, 2026, New York and Bahamas are on the same time. The difference can change when either place switches to or from daylight saving time.
What time is it in Nassau, the capital?
Nassau is on Eastern Time, currently EDT (UTC-4). The live time is shown at the top of this page and on the Nassau page.