PET time now |
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10:47:45 Sat, 28 Jun 2025
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| UTC Offset: UTC -5 |
Peru Time (PET) operates at UTC−5 hours year-round, with no daylight saving time adjustments. Sometimes simply called "Peruvian Standard Time," PET is the official time zone throughout Peru, providing a stable and uniform time reference for the country's diverse regions and activities.
Importance and Global Use of PET
PET is vital for managing Peru's economy, government services, and transportation systems. With consistent time across the country, scheduling for airlines, public transit, and administrative functions becomes more efficient, supporting daily life and national development efforts.
Globally, Peru Time helps connect Peru to international markets, especially in North and South America. Its UTC−5 alignment matches Eastern Standard Time (EST) during parts of the year, making it easier to coordinate trade, tourism, and diplomatic relations with key partners in the region.
Where and When PET is used worldwide
South America
South American countries using PET all year
- Peru
Other Time Zones in UTC -5
Other time zones share the same offset as Peru Time (PET), but are known by different names. While their clocks align, they may represent different regions or countries based on local time zone definitions.
- Acre Time – ACT
- Central Daylight Time – CDT
- Colombia Time – COT
- Cuba Standard Time – CST
- Easter Island Summer Time – EASST
- Ecuador Time – ECT
- Eastern Standard Time – EST