Current Time in Montego Bay
About Montego Bay
Montego Bay is located in Jamaica, in the Northern Hemisphere. It runs on America/Jamaica time, currently UTC-5:00 relative to UTC. Montego Bay does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so this offset stays fixed year-round.
- CountryJamaica
- Population82,867
- Latitude18.4712°
- Longitude-77.9188°
- Time zoneAmerica/Jamaica
- Current UTC offsetUTC-5:00
- Daylight Saving TimeNot observed
Sunrise & Sunset in Montego Bay Today
For Sunday, October 11, 2026, calculated from Montego Bay's own coordinates.
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Seasons in Montego Bay
Approximate dates — the exact moment a season begins shifts by about a day from year to year.
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Daylight Saving Time
Montego Bay does not observe Daylight Saving Time. The UTC offset stays fixed at UTC-5:00 year-round.
Time Difference from Top 10 US Cities
Time Difference from Top 10 Cities Worldwide
Time Converters from Montego Bay
Full hour-by-hour conversion, best time to call and daylight saving notes for Montego Bay against 26 cities. Current difference shown against each.
Frequently Asked Questions About Time in Montego Bay
What time zone is Montego Bay in?
Montego Bay, Jamaica uses the America/Jamaica time zone. It is currently on EST (UTC-5:00). The live local time is shown at the top of this page.
Does Montego Bay observe Daylight Saving Time?
No. Montego Bay does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so it stays on UTC-5:00 all year round and never changes its clocks.
What time is sunrise and sunset in Montego Bay today?
The sun rises at 6:04 AM and sets at 5:52 PM in Montego Bay today, giving 11h 47m of daylight.
What is the time difference between Montego Bay and New York City?
New York City is 1 hour ahead of Montego Bay right now. The full comparison against other major cities is in the tables above.
What is the UTC offset for Montego Bay?
Montego Bay is currently UTC-5:00. This offset is fixed and does not change during the year.