2026 fall back
2026-04-04T23:00:00 local (2026-04-05T03:00:00.000Z UTC), UTC-03:00 to UTC-04:00.
Chile Time Change
Direct answer
Next clock change in Chile is 2026-04-04T23:00:00 local.
The change is back from UTC-03:00 to UTC-04:00.
Key facts
- Country: Chile
- Current year observes DST: Yes
- Representative mapped zones: 1
Next clock change in Chile: 2026-04-04T23:00:00 local (2026-04-05T03:00:00.000Z UTC).
Clocks will move back from UTC-03:00 to UTC-04:00.
Why and when clocks change
Time-change policy is set by governments and can vary by region. This evergreen page focuses on the next clock move, while yearly pages capture detailed rules and updates.
Upcoming DST schedule
2026 spring forward
2026-09-06T01:00:00 local (2026-09-06T04:00:00.000Z UTC), UTC-04:00 to UTC-03:00.
2027 fall back
2027-04-03T23:00:00 local (2027-04-04T03:00:00.000Z UTC), UTC-03:00 to UTC-04:00.
2027 spring forward
2027-09-05T01:00:00 local (2027-09-05T04:00:00.000Z UTC), UTC-04:00 to UTC-03:00.
2028 fall back
2028-04-01T23:00:00 local (2028-04-02T03:00:00.000Z UTC), UTC-03:00 to UTC-04:00.
2028 spring forward
2028-09-03T01:00:00 local (2028-09-03T04:00:00.000Z UTC), UTC-04:00 to UTC-03:00.
Year-specific DST pages
Representative IANA zones
Related links
Frequently asked questions
Does Chile change clocks every year?
Not always. Clock-change policy can be updated, so this page is refreshed daily and links to year-specific DST details.
How can I avoid DST mistakes for Chile?
Use exact IANA zones and the intended date in the Time Zone Converter instead of assuming a fixed UTC offset.
Where can I check detailed yearly DST rules?
Use the linked year pages to review country-level DST schedules and transition summaries.