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17:44:27 Fri, 4 Jul 2025
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| UTC Offset: UTC -2 |
Fernando de Noronha Time (FNT) operates at UTC−2 hours and is used exclusively on the Fernando de Noronha archipelago, which is administered by the state of Pernambuco, Brazil. Sometimes simply called "Noronha Time," FNT does not observe daylight saving time and remains constant throughout the year to match the island's unique location in the Atlantic Ocean.
Importance and Global Use of FNT
FNT is crucial for maintaining reliable schedules on the archipelago, supporting tourism, transportation, and local administration. Its stable UTC−2 offset simplifies timekeeping for residents, visitors, and service providers on these remote islands, where tourism is a vital economic driver.
Internationally, FNT helps coordinate aviation, maritime routes, and communications with mainland Brazil and international destinations. This consistent time zone ensures efficient connections for flights, shipping, and research programs in one of Brazil's most significant marine and ecological conservation areas.
Where and When FNT is used worldwide
South America
Atlantic islands and territories using FNT all year:
- Fernando de Noronha (Pernambuco, Brazil)
Other Time Zones in UTC -2
Other time zones share the same offset as Fernando de Noronha Time (FNT), but are known by different names. While their clocks align, they may represent different regions or countries based on local time zone definitions.
- South Georgia Time – GST
- Pierre & Miquelon Daylight Time – PMDT
- West Greenland Time – WGT
- Western Greenland Time – WGT