PMST time now |
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04:54:19 Thu, 3 Jul 2025
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| UTC Offset: UTC -3 |
Pierre & Miquelon Standard Time (PMST) operates at UTC−3 and is used in Saint Pierre and Miquelon, a French territorial collectivity located near Newfoundland, Canada. During the summer months, the islands observe daylight saving time as Pierre & Miquelon Daylight Time (PMDT) at UTC−2. PMST, sometimes referred to as "Saint Pierre Time," provides a consistent standard time for the territory in winter months.
Importance and Global Use of PMST
PMST is essential for coordinating public administration, education, health services, and business activities in Saint Pierre and Miquelon. A stable standard time helps maintain reliable schedules for residents, supports transportation, and ensures smooth functioning of services, especially during the harsh winter months when daylight hours are shorter.
Globally, PMST facilitates synchronization with mainland France, neighboring Canada, and Atlantic maritime traffic. This time zone consistency helps manage trade, fishing operations, and cross-border cooperation, supporting the islands' economic ties and cultural connections with both North America and Europe.
Where and When PMST is used worldwide
Atlantic
Atlantic islands and territories using PMST during winter and PMDT during summer:
- Saint Pierre and Miquelon
Other Time Zones in UTC -3
Other time zones share the same offset as Pierre & Miquelon Standard Time (PMST), but are known by different names. While their clocks align, they may represent different regions or countries based on local time zone definitions.
- Atlantic Daylight Time – ADT
- Argentina Time – ART
- Brasília Time – BRT
- Chile Summer Time – CLST
- Falkland Islands Summer Time – FKST
- French Guiana Time – GFT
- Paraguay Summer Time – PYST
- Suriname Time – SRT
- Uruguay Time – UYT