Countries That Don't Observe Daylight Saving Time
Countries Without Daylight Saving Time
While DST is common in North America and Europe, most of the world doesn't observe it.
Regions That DON'T Use DST
Asia
Most Asian countries don't observe DST, including China, Japan, India, South Korea, and Southeast Asian nations.
Africa
Most African countries don't observe DST. Morocco is a notable exception.
South America
Most South American countries have abandoned DST. Brazil stopped in 2019.
Notable US Exceptions
- Arizona (except the Navajo Nation)
- Hawaii
Why Some Countries Stopped
Many countries have abandoned DST citing:
- Health concerns (sleep disruption)
- Minimal energy savings
- Confusion in international business
- Public opposition
The Global Trend
The trend is moving away from DST. The European Union considered ending DST in 2021, and many countries have abolished it in recent years.
How This Affects You
When converting time to/from countries without DST, the time difference may change seasonally if YOUR country observes DST. Use MeetZone to always get the correct current difference.