Peru — Time & Date Guide
Complete time and date reference for Peru. Find the current timezone, UTC offset, public holidays, DST schedule, sunrise and sunset times, and links to live clocks for major cities.
Key Facts
Primary Timezone
America/Lima
UTC Offset (Standard)
UTC-5
Capital
Lima
DST
Not observed
Calling Code
+51
Currency
PEN
Region
Americas
Country Code
PE
Current Time in Peru
The primary timezone is America/Lima (currently UTC-5). Peru has 4 major cities tracked below.
View Peru World Clock →Public Holidays in Peru — 2026
View the complete list of official public holidays in Peru for 2026 and other years, including national holidays and observances.
Peru Holidays 2026 →Sunrise & Sunset in Peru
Find daily sunrise, sunset, and golden hour times for cities in Peru.
Peru Sunrise & Sunset →Daylight Saving Time in Peru
Peru does not observe daylight saving time. The UTC offset of UTC-5 remains constant year-round.
Peru DST 2026 →Frequently Asked Questions
What timezone is Peru in?
Peru uses the America/Lima timezone. The standard UTC offset is UTC-5.
Does Peru observe daylight saving time?
No, Peru does not observe daylight saving time. The UTC offset of UTC-5 stays the same year-round.
What are the public holidays in Peru?
Peru has a number of official public holidays throughout the year. You can view the complete list for 2026 and other years on the Peru holidays page on TimeandTool.
What is the capital of Peru?
The capital of Peru is Lima. The country's calling code is +51 and its currency is PEN.
What is the current time in Peru?
The current UTC offset in Peru is UTC-5 (America/Lima). Visit the world clock page for Peru to see live times for cities in the country.