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13 Sep 2024
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GFT
French Guiana Time
2:07:02 AM
04 Dec 2024
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between GFT and UTC?
GFT is 3 hours behind UTC year-round, as French Guiana does not observe daylight saving time.
Does this area observe DST?
No, French Guiana does not observe daylight saving time.
Which major cities follow this pattern?
Cayenne, the capital of French Guiana, follows this schedule.
What areas share the same hours?
Other parts of South America, including parts of Brazil (such as the states of Amapá and Pará), share the same hours.
How does this compare with UTC?
GFT is 3 hours behind UTC year-round.
Why doesn't this area observe DST year-round?
French Guiana does not observe daylight saving time, as it lies near the equator, where the length of the day remains relatively constant throughout the year.
How did this system get established?
French Guiana has maintained a consistent schedule without DST to avoid disruption to local activities, given the predictable daylight patterns.
What are the typical work hours here?
Work hours in French Guiana generally follow a 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM schedule, with a break for lunch in the middle of the day.
What is the economic importance of this area?
French Guiana's economy is driven by space research (due to the Guiana Space Centre), gold mining, and agriculture, particularly the cultivation of rice and bananas.