Current Time in Panama, Panama

America/Panama · UTC-5 · EST

10:05:13PMThursday, August 6, 2026

Panama time · UTC-5 (EST)

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Time zone details

Time zone
America/Panama
UTC offset
UTC-5
Abbreviation
EST
Country
Panama
Daylight saving
Not observed

Sunrise & sunset

Sunrise

6:09 AM

Sunset

6:38 PM

Day length

12h 29m

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Frequently asked questions

What time is it in Panama right now?
The current local time in Panama, Panama is shown live at the top of this page. Panama is on UTC-5 (EST), and the local date is Thursday, August 6, 2026.
What time zone is Panama in?
Panama uses the America/Panama time zone, currently UTC-5 (EST).
Does Panama observe daylight saving time?
No. Panama does not observe daylight saving time and stays on UTC-5 all year.