Current Time in Bahamas
Bahamas is on Eastern Standard Time – EST (UTC−5) right now. It switches to EDT (UTC−4) on 14 Mar 2027.
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· Bahamas
America/Toronto
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Time zone of Bahamas
| Time zone | Eastern Standard Time |
|---|---|
| Abbreviation | EST |
| UTC offset | UTC−5 |
| IANA time zone id | America/Toronto |
| Daylight saving time | Yes – UTC−5 in winter, UTC−4 in summer |
Time difference between Bahamas and other cities
Daylight saving time in Bahamas
2026
- 8 March 2026: Clocks go forward 1 hour at 01:59 local time, from EST (UTC−5) to EDT (UTC−4).
- 1 November 2026: Clocks go back 1 hour at 01:59 local time, from EDT (UTC−4) to EST (UTC−5).
2027
- 14 March 2027: Clocks go forward 1 hour at 01:59 local time, from EST (UTC−5) to EDT (UTC−4).
- 7 November 2027: Clocks go back 1 hour at 01:59 local time, from EDT (UTC−4) to EST (UTC−5).
Bahamas time FAQ
What time is it in Bahamas right now?
Bahamas is on EST (UTC−5). The live clock at the top of this page shows the current local time in Bahamas, updated every second.
What time zone is Bahamas in?
Bahamas is in Eastern Standard Time, abbreviated EST, UTC−5. Its IANA time zone id is America/Toronto.
Does Bahamas observe daylight saving time?
Yes. The next change is on 14 Mar 2027, when clocks go forward one hour from EST to EDT.
What is the time difference between Bahamas and New York?
Bahamas and New York are on the same time.
Current time in Bahamas cities
Updated 6 November 2026. Time zone data: IANA tz database.