Congress will debate a bill to change Argentina's time zone. (set clocks back one hour and return them to -04 GMT)

[FuturoBA]

El Congreso debatirá un proyecto para modificar el huso horario en Argentina

La propuesta, impulsada por Julio Cobos, busca atrasar una hora los relojes y regresar al huso -04 GMT, con el argumento de mejorar la calidad de vida y ajustarse a la ubicación geográfica real del país.

mercedesya.com

Effectively it would put Argentina in the same time as the Eastern US during daylight savings time (EDT), IE same time as what it is there now until November. I don't see most Argentines being in favor of this considering the late night culture but I could be wrong. Selfishly and without putting much thought into it, I like it when things align closer to my time zone lol. But I see some pros and cons for both.

 

[Johnny]

I hate when the time changes but it will be nice that the time difference won't be as bad. My appetite gets thrown off when I come to BA.

 

[Betsy Ross]

El Congreso debatirá un proyecto para modificar el huso horario en Argentina

La propuesta, impulsada por Julio Cobos, busca atrasar una hora los relojes y regresar al huso -04 GMT, con el argumento de mejorar la calidad de vida y ajustarse a la ubicación geográfica real del país.

mercedesya.com

Effectively it would put Argentina in the same time as the Eastern US during daylight savings time (EDT), IE same time as what it is there now until November. I don't see most Argentines being in favor of this considering the late night culture but I could be wrong. Selfishly and without putting much thought into it, I like it when things align closer to my time zone lol. But I see some pros and cons for both.

I hated changing the clock when I lived in the USA and probably will hate it here too.

 

[CecilM]

El Congreso debatirá un proyecto para modificar el huso horario en Argentina

La propuesta, impulsada por Julio Cobos, busca atrasar una hora los relojes y regresar al huso -04 GMT, con el argumento de mejorar la calidad de vida y ajustarse a la ubicación geográfica real del país.

mercedesya.com

Effectively it would put Argentina in the same time as the Eastern US during daylight savings time (EDT), IE same time as what it is there now until November. I don't see most Argentines being in favor of this considering the late night culture but I could be wrong. Selfishly and without putting much thought into it, I like it when things align closer to my time zone lol. But I see some pros and cons for both.

Interesting proposal. Moving closer to EDT could help sync with international markets or remote work, but it would also change local daily routines. I imagine for those who love late dinners and nights out, it wouldn’t be too appealing.

 

[Katyx]

It really depends who you ask. Useful for international business, but maybe not so popular for the local late-night culture.

 

[Wally]

I hated changing the clock when I lived in the USA and probably will hate it here too.

I agree with you Betsy. I don't like changing the clock around. But not a big deal either way.

 

[Hero]

Haha, I also like it when we’re closer to New York time, it just feels less weird for calls or meetings. But yeah, the Argentine nightlife would take a hit… going out for dinner at 11 PM wouldn’t be the same.

 

[Maxx]

Honestly, shifting the time zone back an hour makes a lot of sense from a biological perspective. Our bodies are designed to sync with natural sunlight, and when the official clock is out of alignment with the solar day, it creates what scientists call a “social jet lag.” That mismatch can impact sleep quality, productivity, and even long-term health. By moving to UTC -4, Argentina would be closer to its natural geographic time, which could help people feel more in tune with their internal body clocks. In the long run, that means better rest, improved focus, and potentially lower health costs. It’s not just a political issue, it’s really about giving our biology a chance to work the way it’s supposed to.

 

[jbeas176]

i live in a state that does not change its clocks. neither does colombia or argentina. i really like knowing what time it is with out thinking about. its an adjustment either way. my state wants the sun to go down as quick as possible because of the heat.

 

[jbeas176]

u s sports suck on the east coast because the games on the west coast are on so late

 

[Blockchain]

i live in a state that does not change its clocks. neither does colombia or argentina. i really like knowing what time it is with out thinking about. its an adjustment either way. my state wants the sun to go down as quick as possible because of the heat.

What state is that? Arizona?

 

[Melibaires]

Nice, the mornings and evenings will be brighter. But a bigger time gap with Europe. And less with US.

 

[enbits]

People from places like Mendoza are suffering from the current timezone, during winter at 9am is still dark!

 

[Uncle Wong]

People from places like Mendoza are suffering from the current timezone, during winter at 9am is still dark!

Yikes that would be tough being so dark so late.