Coffee exports
Nicaragua produces prized shade-grown coffee; specialty buyers communicate with exporters on CST.
🇳🇮
Managua
Nicaragua
Daytime
16:18:36
Wed, May 20
CSTUTC-6
Time converter
Convert Managua time to your time
Pick a local time in Managua and instantly compare it against your own timezone before you schedule calls, travel, or deadlines.
Managua
Select a time
Your time
Select a time
Quick comparison
Today in Managua
CSTUTC−6
ManaguaYour timeStatus
World Clock
Current time in Managua
Managua uses Central Standard Time (CST, UTC−6) year-round. Nicaragua's capital is situated on the shores of Lake Managua and is a growing destination for investment in the region.
Use cases
Why people check Managua time
Practical use cases for this city's current local time and timezone.
Pacific surf tourism
Nicaragua's Pacific coast has world-class waves; international surf camps operate on CST.
Ecotourism
Volcán Masaya and cloud forests attract nature tourists; guided tour times depart on CST schedules.
Free-trade zone manufacturing
Nicaragua's textile and cigar export zones supply North American markets on CST factory schedules.
FAQ
Managua time — FAQ
What time zone is Managua in?
Managua uses CST (UTC−6) year-round. Nicaragua does not observe daylight saving time.
Is Managua the same time as Guatemala City?
Yes — both use CST (UTC−6) year-round.
How far behind London is Managua?
Managua is 6 hours behind London in winter and 7 hours behind when London is on BST.
Continue
Continue with Managua
Use Meeting Planner to compare Managua against your other cities and find the best time to meet.