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Current Time in Recife - PE
Friday, April 10, 2026
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Official time of Recife (PE). Synchronized in real time.
About Recife
Recife, the "Brazilian Venice," is crisscrossed by rivers and bridges. It stands out for frevo music and the historic heritage of Recife Antigo.
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1.479.517
Population
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219 km²
Area
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DDD 81
Area Code
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Recife
Timezone
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Real (BRL)
Currency
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Tropical Úmido
Climate
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Português
Language
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547.461
Households
Highlights
Recife Antigo Instituto Ricardo Brennand Praça do Marco Zero Praia de Boa Viagem
Demographics of Recife
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94,5%
Literacy Rate
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37 years
Median Age
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84,9
Gender Ratio
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69,0
Aging Index
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City Anniversary
12 of March
Traditional Populations in Recife
Indigenous Population
2.590
Quilombola Population
118
Frequently Asked Questions about Recife
What time is it in Recife (PE) now?
The current time in Recife is displayed on the digital clock above, updated in real time. The timezone of Recife is America/Recife.
What is the timezone of Recife?
Recife uses the America/Recife timezone. Since 2019, Brazil does not observe daylight saving time, so the time remains the same year-round.
What is the area code (DDD) of Recife?
The area code of Recife (PE) is 81. To call from another country, dial +55 81 followed by the local number.
What is the population of Recife?
Recife has a population of 1.479.517 inhabitants, with approximately 547.461 households.
In which region is Recife located?
Recife is located in the Nordeste region of Brazil, in the state of Pernambuco (PE).
Does Recife observe daylight saving time?
Brazil has not observed daylight saving time since 2019. Therefore, Recife maintains the same time throughout the year in the America/Recife timezone.