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13 Sep 2024
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MART
Marquesas Islands Time
8:43:52 PM
18 Dec 2024
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between MART and UTC?
The Marquesas Islands are 9 hours and 30 minutes behind UTC year-round.
Does this area observe DST?
No, the Marquesas Islands do not observe daylight saving time.
Which major cities follow this pattern?
The primary settlement on the Marquesas Islands, Taiohae, follows this schedule.
What areas share the same hours?
No other regions share the exact same offset as the Marquesas Islands, but nearby Tahiti operates on a similar schedule during standard months.
How does this compare with UTC?
The Marquesas Islands are consistently 9 hours and 30 minutes behind UTC throughout the year.
Why doesn't this area observe DST?
The archipelago does not observe daylight saving time to maintain a consistent schedule without shifting the clocks annually.
How did this system get established?
MART was established to keep a standardized schedule for the Marquesas Islands in the French Polynesia region, without adopting DST to simplify local scheduling.
What are the typical work hours here?
Work hours in the archipelago typically run from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with some variation depending on local businesses.
What is the economic importance of this area?
The Marquesas Islands rely on agriculture, fishing, and tourism for their economy, with an emphasis on local crafts and cultural tourism.