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BRT to PST Converter

PST is 5 hours behind BRT

Current BRT Time
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America/Sao_Paulo
Current PST Time
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America/Los_Angeles
Time Diff
5h behind
BRT
UTC-3
PST
UTC-8
Overlapping hours: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM BRT (3h)

BRT to PST Conversion Table

Green rows indicate standard business hours (9 AM – 5 PM) in PST

BRT to PST time conversion table showing all 24 hours
BRT PST
12:00 AM 7:00 PM -1d
1:00 AM 8:00 PM -1d
2:00 AM 9:00 PM -1d
3:00 AM 10:00 PM -1d
4:00 AM 11:00 PM -1d
5:00 AM 12:00 AM
6:00 AM 1:00 AM
7:00 AM 2:00 AM
8:00 AM 3:00 AM
9:00 AM 4:00 AM
10:00 AM 5:00 AM
11:00 AM 6:00 AM
12:00 PM 7:00 AM
1:00 PM 8:00 AM
2:00 PM 9:00 AM
3:00 PM 10:00 AM
4:00 PM 11:00 AM
5:00 PM 12:00 PM
6:00 PM 1:00 PM
7:00 PM 2:00 PM
8:00 PM 3:00 PM
9:00 PM 4:00 PM
10:00 PM 5:00 PM
11:00 PM 6:00 PM

Converting Brasilia Time to Pacific Standard Time

Brasilia Time (BRT) and Pacific Standard Time (PST) are separated by a 5 hours time difference. PST is 5 hours behind BRT. BRT is UTC-3, used in Brazil, while PST is UTC-8, used in United States, Canada.

When converting from BRT to PST, the key reference points to remember are: 9:00 AM BRT equals 4:00 AM PST, 12:00 PM noon BRT equals 7:00 AM PST, and 5:00 PM BRT equals 12:00 PM PST. The conversion table above shows every hour of the day mapped between these two time zones.

Scheduling Across BRT and PST

For professionals scheduling meetings between BRT and PST, finding overlapping business hours is essential. Standard business hours are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM in each time zone. Given the 5 hours difference, the window of overlap may be limited. Use the highlighted working hours in the conversion table above to quickly identify suitable meeting times.

Daylight Saving Time Considerations

BRT does not observe Daylight Saving Time, maintaining UTC-3 year-round. PST observes DST, switching to PDT (UTC-7). During DST transitions, the time difference between these zones may temporarily change by 1 hour. Always verify the current offset during spring and fall transition periods.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the time difference between BRT and PST?
Pacific Standard Time (PST) is 5 hours behind Brasilia Time (BRT). When it is 12:00 PM noon in BRT, it is 7:00 AM in PST.
How do I convert BRT to PST?
To convert BRT to PST, subtract 5 hours from the BRT time. For example, 9:00 AM BRT is 4:00 AM PST. Use the conversion table above for a quick reference of all 24 hours.
Does BRT or PST observe Daylight Saving Time?
BRT does not observe Daylight Saving Time. PST observes DST, switching to PDT (UTC-7). During DST transitions, the time difference between these zones may change by 1 hour.
What is the best time to schedule a call between BRT and PST?
The best time to schedule a call between BRT and PST is during overlapping business hours. If you are in BRT, try scheduling between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM your time, then check the conversion table above to see what that corresponds to in PST.
Is BRT ahead or behind PST?
BRT (UTC-3) is 5 hours ahead of PST (UTC-8). BRT corresponds to the IANA time zone America/Sao_Paulo, while PST corresponds to America/Los_Angeles.

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