Current Time in Jalapa
About Jalapa
Jalapa is located in Guatemala, in the Northern Hemisphere, and is a mid-sized city with a population of around 159,840. It runs on America/Guatemala time, currently UTC-6:00 relative to UTC. Jalapa does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so this offset stays fixed year-round.
- CountryGuatemala
- Population159,840
- Latitude14.6354°
- Longitude-89.9911°
- Time zoneAmerica/Guatemala
- Current UTC offsetUTC-6:00
- Daylight Saving TimeNot observed
Sunrise & Sunset in Jalapa Today
For Sunday, October 11, 2026, calculated from Jalapa's own coordinates.
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Seasons in Jalapa
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Daylight Saving Time
Jalapa does not observe Daylight Saving Time. The UTC offset stays fixed at UTC-6:00 year-round.
Time Difference from Top 10 US Cities
Time Difference from Top 10 Cities Worldwide
Frequently Asked Questions About Time in Jalapa
What time zone is Jalapa in?
Jalapa, Guatemala uses the America/Guatemala time zone. It is currently on CST (UTC-6:00). The live local time is shown at the top of this page.
Does Jalapa observe Daylight Saving Time?
No. Jalapa does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so it stays on UTC-6:00 all year round and never changes its clocks.
What time is sunrise and sunset in Jalapa today?
The sun rises at 5:50 AM and sets at 5:42 PM in Jalapa today, giving 11h 51m of daylight.
What is the time difference between Jalapa and New York City?
New York City is 2 hours ahead of Jalapa right now. The full comparison against other major cities is in the tables above.
What is the UTC offset for Jalapa?
Jalapa is currently UTC-6:00. This offset is fixed and does not change during the year.