What time is it in Peru right now?

The clock on this page shows the live time in Peru (America/Lima), currently UTC-5.

How many time zones does Peru have?

Peru uses a single time zone, America/Lima (UTC-5).

Does Peru observe daylight saving time?

No — Peru keeps the same UTC offset all year.

Current time in Peru

South America · America/Lima

Peru

3:01 PM

July 11, 2026

UTC-5 Day

Quick facts

Capital: Lima
Population: 31,989,256
Currency: Sol (PEN)
Phone code: +51
Daylight saving: No

Neighbouring countries

Bolivia
Brazil
Chile
Colombia
Ecuador

About Peru

Peru keeps a single clock nationwide, UTC-5, the time kept in Lima. Wherever you are in the country, the local time matches.

Peru has its capital at Lima, is home to about 32 million people and covers about 1,285,000 km². It shares a border with Bolivia, Brazil and Chile, among others. People here mostly speak Spanish, Quechua and Aymara. Prices are in sol (PEN).

Frequently asked questions

What time is it in Peru right now?: The clock on this page shows the live time in Peru (America/Lima), currently UTC-5.
How many time zones does Peru have?: Peru uses a single time zone, America/Lima (UTC-5).
Does Peru observe daylight saving time?: No — Peru keeps the same UTC offset all year.