Current Time in Matanzas
About Matanzas
Matanzas is located in Cuba, in the Northern Hemisphere, and is a mid-sized city with a population of around 146,733. It runs on America/Havana time, currently UTC-4:00 relative to UTC. Matanzas observes Daylight Saving Time, so this offset shifts by an hour twice a year.
- CountryCuba
- Population146,733
- Latitude23.0439°
- Longitude-81.5828°
- Time zoneAmerica/Havana
- Current UTC offsetUTC-4:00
- Daylight Saving TimeObserved
Sunrise & Sunset in Matanzas Today
For Sunday, October 11, 2026, calculated from Matanzas's own coordinates.
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Seasons in Matanzas
Approximate dates — the exact moment a season begins shifts by about a day from year to year.
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Daylight Saving Time
Matanzas observes Daylight Saving Time. Clocks last changed on Sunday, March 8, 2026 (to CDT), and are next scheduled to change on Sunday, November 1, 2026 (to CST).
Time Difference from Top 10 US Cities
Time Difference from Top 10 Cities Worldwide
Frequently Asked Questions About Time in Matanzas
What time zone is Matanzas in?
Matanzas, Cuba uses the America/Havana time zone. It is currently on CDT (UTC-4:00). The live local time is shown at the top of this page.
Does Matanzas observe Daylight Saving Time?
Yes. Matanzas observes Daylight Saving Time, so its UTC offset shifts by an hour twice a year. The next clock change is on Sunday, November 1, 2026, when it moves to CST.
What time is sunrise and sunset in Matanzas today?
The sun rises at 7:21 AM and sets at 7:04 PM in Matanzas today, giving 11h 42m of daylight.
What is the time difference between Matanzas and New York City?
New York City is in the same time zone offset as Matanzas, so there is no time difference between them. The full comparison against other major cities is in the tables above.
What is the UTC offset for Matanzas?
Matanzas is currently UTC-4:00. Because the city observes Daylight Saving Time, this offset is not the same all year.