Current Time in Montego Bay, 12, Jamaica

8 : 53 (8 : 53AM)
2026 November 2
Timezone
America/Jamaica (EST)
UTC Offset
UTC-05:00
Sunrise / Sunset
06:11 / 17:38
Daylight Duration
11h 26m (Noon 11:55)

Montego Bay Timezone, Daylight Saving & Geography

Montego Bay, 12, Jamaica is located in the America/Jamaica timezone, currently operating at UTC-05:00 (EST). Montego Bay is currently on standard time. There are no Daylight Saving Time clock changes scheduled for Montego Bay in the upcoming 12 months.

Today in Montego Bay, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset is at 17:38, with solar noon at 11:55 and a total daylight duration of 11h 26m. Geographic coordinates for Montego Bay are 18.47116, -77.91883 at an approximate elevation of 12 m above sea level. The recorded population of Montego Bay is approximately 82,867 inhabitants.

Montego Bay boasts beautiful beaches, notably Doctor's Cave Beach. The city offers a vibrant nightlife scene with numerous bars and clubs. Historic Rose Hall Great House is a popular tourist attraction. Water sports like snorkeling and scuba diving are readily available. Shopping opportunities range from local markets to upscale boutiques. The Sangster International Airport (MBJ) serves as a major gateway to Jamaica. Several all-inclusive resorts cater to a wide range of budgets. Montego Bay is known for its laid-back atmosphere and friendly locals.

Time Difference from Montego Bay to Major World Hubs

Global Hub Current Hub Time Montego Bay Relative Difference
UTC / GMT 13:53 5 hrs behind
London 13:53 5 hrs behind
New York 08:53 Same time
Tokyo 22:53 14 hrs behind
Sydney 00:53 16 hrs behind

Montego Bay, 12, Jamaica 24-Hour Time Conversion Table

Working hours & hourly schedule in Montego Bay

Your Local Time Montego Bay, 12, Jamaica (EST)
00:00 19 : 00 (7 : 00PM)
01:00 20 : 00 (8 : 00PM)
02:00 21 : 00 (9 : 00PM)
03:00 22 : 00 (10 : 00PM)
04:00 23 : 00 (11 : 00PM)
05:00 0 : 00 (12 : 00AM)
06:00 1 : 00 (1 : 00AM)
07:00 2 : 00 (2 : 00AM)
08:00 3 : 00 (3 : 00AM)
09:00 4 : 00 (4 : 00AM)
10:00 5 : 00 (5 : 00AM)
11:00 6 : 00 (6 : 00AM)
12:00 7 : 00 (7 : 00AM)
13:00 8 : 00 (8 : 00AM)
14:00 9 : 00 (9 : 00AM)
15:00 10 : 00 (10 : 00AM)
16:00 11 : 00 (11 : 00AM)
17:00 12 : 00 (12 : 00PM)
18:00 13 : 00 (1 : 00PM)
19:00 14 : 00 (2 : 00PM)
20:00 15 : 00 (3 : 00PM)
21:00 16 : 00 (4 : 00PM)
22:00 17 : 00 (5 : 00PM)
23:00 18 : 00 (6 : 00PM)

Frequently Asked Questions about Time in Montego Bay

What timezone is Montego Bay, Jamaica in?
Montego Bay follows the America/Jamaica IANA timezone with a current UTC offset of UTC-05:00 (EST).
Does Montego Bay observe Daylight Saving Time (DST)?
Montego Bay is currently on standard time (EST, UTC-05:00). No DST transitions are scheduled for Montego Bay over the next year.
What time is sunrise and sunset in Montego Bay today?
Sunrise in Montego Bay today is at 06:11 and sunset is at 17:38, providing 11h 26m of daylight.

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