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Poção de Pedras, Maranhão, Brazil – Brazil Flag

Current Date And Time In Poção de Pedras, Brazil

Saturday, 25 July 2026
15:24:39 BRT
State: Maranhão
Currency: Brazilian Real (BRL)
Timezone: UTC -03:00 (BRT)
Population: 17,161
District: Poção de Pedras

✈️ Poção de Pedras, Maranhão, Brazil - Travel Information


Plan your trip to Poção de Pedras, Maranhão, Brazil using verified regional travel data — plug socket types, voltage and frequency ratings, local emergency numbers, road traffic direction, country calling code and internet domain. A ready-to-use reference for field teams, travel planners, device shippers, remote workers and regional managers handling on-ground operations in Poção de Pedras.

Why It Matters: Arriving in Poção de Pedras with the wrong plug adapter can damage your devices beyond repair. Dialling the wrong emergency number wastes critical response time. Driving on the wrong side of the road is a direct safety hazard. This verified regional data helps you prepare fully before reaching Poção de Pedras — so every trip, deployment or shipment runs without a hitch.

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🚗 Driving & General Info

Vehicles in Brazil, which includes Poção de Pedras, follow Right-hand traffic — check road rules for Brazil before hiring a car, planning a road trip or deploying a commercial vehicle fleet in the region. This section also covers Brazil's time zone -05:00 to -02:00, country calling code +55 (exit prefix 00) and country internet domain .BR. Key reference for travel coordinators, fleet managers, delivery planners and field staff running ground operations in Poção de Pedras.

AttributeValue
🚗 Driving Side➡️ Right side of road
⏰ Time Zone(s)-05:00 to -02:00
📞 Country Calling Code+55
☎️ International Exit Prefix00
🌐 Internet Domain.BR

🚨 Emergency Numbers

Active emergency contact numbers for Brazil — police 190, ambulance 192, fire brigade 193. Store these in your phone before you reach Poção de Pedras. In a real crisis, calling the wrong number delays help by critical minutes. These contacts are relied upon by corporate travel coordinators, health and safety officers, on-ground field staff and expat support teams as part of pre-deployment safety planning and duty-of-care procedures in Poção de Pedras.

🚔
Police
190
🚑
Ambulance
192
🚒
Fire
193

📊 Brazil At A Glance

Key United Nations development indicators for Brazil — a fast read on healthcare quality, education level and economic strength of the country you are visiting.

🌟
HDI Score
0.754
High
👤
Life Expectancy
76.0
years
📚
Literacy Rate
94.7%
adults 15+
💰
GDP Per Capita
$10,311
USD / year
💼
Unemployment
6.0%
of labour force

📊 Source: UNDP / World Bank country indicators. See the full Brazil development profile.

✈️ Nearest Airports

Airports closest to Poção de Pedras for flight planning and ground transport arrangements.

Nearest to Poção de Pedras
Regional Airport • THE
Senador Petrônio Portela Airport
Teresina, BR
237
km away
Nearest to São Luís (Capital)
International Airport • SLZ
Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport
São Luís, BR
10
km from São Luís

📍 Each distance is measured from the location center named in that row — Poção de Pedras's exact coordinates, or São Luís's coordinates for the capital-airport entry.

✈️ How Far Is Poção de Pedras From Major World Cities?

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Poção de Pedras to the world's major travel hubs, with an estimated non-stop flight time for each route. Sorted nearest first — a quick reference for comparing route options, layover planning and rough journey budgeting before checking live fares.

CityDistance (km)Distance (mi)Est. Flight Time
New York (United States)5,858 km3,640 mi~ 7h 39m
Toronto (Canada)6,392 km3,972 mi~ 8h 16m
Paris (France)7,508 km4,665 mi~ 9h 35m
London (United Kingdom)7,557 km4,696 mi~ 9h 38m
Los Angeles (United States)8,784 km5,458 mi~ 11h 05m
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)11,259 km6,996 mi~ 14h
Auckland (New Zealand)13,824 km8,590 mi~ 17h 01m
Sydney (Australia)15,397 km9,567 mi~ 18h 52m
Singapore (Singapore)16,527 km10,269 mi~ 20h 12m
Tokyo (Japan)16,544 km10,280 mi~ 20h 13m

✈ Flight times are estimates for a direct flight at typical cruise speed (~850 km/h) plus taxi and climb time; actual schedules, winds and routings will vary.

⏰ Local Time Offset & DST Status

Operating schedule alignment for Poção de Pedras, Brazil is set to Brasilia Time (BRT) with a current offset of UTC -03:00. Running digital systems, booking flights or arranging conference calls with regional partners in Poção de Pedras requires syncing with local business hours to avoid logistics scheduling mismatches.

Standard ParameterCurrent Status
⏰ Active Time ZoneBrasilia Time (BRT)
⏱️ Active UTC OffsetUTC -03:00
📅 DST Observing StatusNot Observed (Standard Time year-round)
🕒 Current Local Time3:24 PM on Saturday, July 25, 2026

🌍 Time Difference From Poção de Pedras to Major World Cities

It is currently 3:24 PM on Saturday in Poção de Pedras. The table below shows the live local time in the world's key business and travel hubs, and how far each one runs ahead of or behind Poção de Pedras right now (daylight saving time is already included). Use it to plan international calls, meeting schedules and flight arrivals without time-zone mistakes.

CityCurrent Local TimeCompared To Poção de Pedras
New York (United States)Sat, 2:24 PM1h behind
Los Angeles (United States)Sat, 11:24 AM4h behind
Toronto (Canada)Sat, 2:24 PM1h behind
London (United Kingdom)Sat, 7:24 PM4h ahead
Paris (France)Sat, 8:24 PM5h ahead
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)Sat, 10:24 PM7h ahead
Singapore (Singapore)Sun, 2:24 AM11h ahead
Tokyo (Japan)Sun, 3:24 AM12h ahead
Sydney (Australia)Sun, 4:24 AM13h ahead
Auckland (New Zealand)Sun, 6:24 AM15h ahead

ℹ Differences are calculated live from the IANA time-zone database, so active daylight saving periods in either location are automatically reflected.

💱 Money In Poção de Pedras — Quick Exchange Reference

The local currency in Poção de Pedras is the Brazilian real (BRL), written as R$. The reference values below show roughly what one unit of each major world currency converts to — handy for a quick mental benchmark when checking prices, tipping or withdrawing cash on arrival.

$ 1 US Dollar
R$ 5.09
BRL
€ 1 Euro
R$ 5.79
BRL
£ 1 British Pound
R$ 6.78
BRL
A$ 1 Australian Dollar
R$ 3.55
BRL
C$ 1 Canadian Dollar
R$ 3.61
BRL

💰 Indicative mid-market cross-rates, last refreshed July 25, 2026. See the full currency profile & live rates before exchanging money.

🗣️ Languages Spoken In Poção de Pedras

Knowing which languages are used in Poção de Pedras helps with signage, transport bookings, hiring local guides and emergency communication. English proficiency varies by region — learning a few greetings in the local language always earns goodwill.

Official language(s):
GermanEast PomeranianHunsrückischTalianNheengatuBaniwaTucanoGuaraní
National language(s):
Portuguese

🗣 Explore the complete language profile including regional languages and speaker statistics.

🗺️ Nearby Cities Proximity Directory

Aerial distance, direction bearings and direct links to travel standards guides for cities closest to Poção de Pedras. Used by logistics coordinators, supply chain managers and on-ground operational teams to plan intercity routing, cross-border deliveries and transport corridors.

Nearby CityDistance (mi)Distance (km)HeadingDirection
Igarapé Grande (Maranhão, Brazil)9 mi14 kmNE
⬆️
Esperantinópolis (Maranhão, Brazil)10 mi16 kmSSE
⬆️
Lago dos Rodrigues (Maranhão, Brazil)10 mi16 kmNNW
⬆️
Lago do Junco (Maranhão, Brazil)13 mi20 kmNW
⬆️
Bernardo do Mearim (Maranhão, Brazil)15 mi24 kmNE
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🏛️ 7 Wonders Of The World — Distance From Poção de Pedras

The closest of the New 7 Wonders to Poção de Pedras is the Christ the Redeemer (Brazil), about 2,032 km away. Straight-line distances from Poção de Pedras to all seven wonders, nearest first — a fun bucket-list planner with a full visiting guide for each monument.

WonderLocationDistance (km)Distance (mi)
Christ the RedeemerRio de Janeiro, Brazil2,032 km1,263 mi
Machu PicchuAguas Calientes, Peru3,169 km1,969 mi
Chichén ItzáPisté (nearest town), Mexico5,536 km3,440 mi
ColosseumRome, Italy7,770 km4,828 mi
PetraWadi Musa, Jordan9,358 km5,815 mi
Taj MahalAgra, India13,495 km8,386 mi
Great Wall of ChinaBeijing (nearest major city), China15,621 km9,707 mi

🏛 Click any wonder for its full visiting guide — entrance fees, best time to visit, how to get there and travel tips. Or browse all 7 Wonders of the World.

🌐 State & Country Travel Guides

Poção de Pedras shares the same national travel standards as the rest of Maranhão and Brazil. For a broader view covering more cities and regional context, see the full state and country travel guides.

✈️ Maranhão Travel GuideView travel standards for all of Maranhão, including major hub cities.
✈️ Brazil Travel GuideView nationwide travel standards for Brazil.

⚡ Electrical Standards

Power supply in Poção de Pedras, Brazil runs at 127 V / 220V / 60Hz using Type C/N socket. Always check your device's input rating before plugging in — connecting a 110V appliance to a 220–240V outlet will permanently burn it out. Carry the right plug adapter for Poção de Pedras and a voltage converter if needed. Essential pre-arrival check for gadget travellers, hardware shippers, remote workers and field engineers setting up equipment in Poção de Pedras.

StandardDetail
⚡ Voltage127 V / 220 V
🔄 Frequency60 Hz
🔌 Plug Types
CType C: Two round pins (Europlug)
NType N: Two round pins (IEC standard)
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🧭 Poção de Pedras's Travel Essentials — What Every Visitor Should Know

🔋 Before You Pack for Poção de Pedras

A dead phone charger is a rough way to start a trip to Poção de Pedras. Confirm the local socket type and voltage in the Electrical Standards table above before you leave home, then pack a universal adapter rather than hunting for the right plug once you land.

🚒 Save These Numbers Before You Land

Emergency response only helps if you dial the right line. Store the Emergency Numbers listed above in your phone the moment you arrive in Poção de Pedras — not after something goes wrong. Corporate travel desks and family back home should keep the same list on file.

🚦 Rules of the Road in Poção de Pedras

Poção de Pedras keeps Right-hand traffic, same as the rest of Brazil. Arriving from a country with opposite-side traffic takes a minute to recalibrate — roundabouts and multi-lane junctions are where the mistake usually happens. See the Driving & General Info card above for the full reference.

✈️ Landing Near Poção de Pedras

The closest airport to Poção de Pedras is Senador Petrônio Portela Airport (THE), about 237 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for the airport nearest the state capital too — worth checking if it offers more direct routes.

🕑 Calling Poção de Pedras From Abroad

Every call, meeting invite or delivery ETA involving Poção de Pedras needs to account for its UTC offset — check the Local Time Offset & DST Status card above before you schedule anything. A miscounted time zone is one of the most common reasons a call with partners in Poção de Pedras gets missed.

🗺 Planning a Route Beyond Poção de Pedras

Poção de Pedras rarely sits in isolation. See the Nearby Cities Proximity Directory above for the closest towns, their distance and compass heading from Poção de Pedras — handy for a multi-stop road trip or a same-day delivery loop.

🔎 Explore More About Poção de Pedras

ℹ️ Poção de Pedras OverviewSee the full profile of Poção de Pedras — population, GPS, timezone and more.
🗺 Poção de Pedras MapView the satellite map with precise GPS coordinates.
📍 Nearby CitiesExplore cities near Poção de Pedras for distance and direction.
💰 Poção de Pedras CurrencyCheck live exchange rates before you budget your trip.

Frequently Asked Questions — Travelling To Poção de Pedras

What side of the road do people drive on in Poção de Pedras?

Poção de Pedras, like the rest of Brazil, drives on the Right. Confirm this before renting a car or booking a driver — see the Driving & General Info card above for the country's full road-rule reference.

What voltage and plug type does Poção de Pedras use?

Poção de Pedras runs on 127 V / 220V / 60Hz power through Type C/N sockets. Pack a matching adapter or a universal one — see the Electrical Standards table above for full plug descriptions.

What are the emergency numbers in Poção de Pedras?

In Poção de Pedras, reach police on 190, ambulance on 192, fire brigade on 193. See the Emergency Numbers card above — save these before you need them.

What is the closest airport to Poção de Pedras?

Senador Petrônio Portela Airport (THE) is the nearest airport to Poção de Pedras, about 237 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for airports near the state capital as well.

What time zone is Poção de Pedras in, and does it observe daylight saving?

Poção de Pedras runs on Brasilia Time (UTC -05:00 to -02:00). See the Local Time Offset & DST Status card above, plus a live time-difference table against major world cities.

What languages are spoken in Poção de Pedras?

Poção de Pedras shares the official and regional languages of Maranhão and Brazil — see the Languages Spoken card above for the full breakdown. Learning a greeting or two in the local language goes a long way with vendors and drivers.

Can I use my home currency in Poção de Pedras?

No — Poção de Pedras uses the Brazilian real (BRL), symbol R$. Convert before you arrive; see the quick exchange reference above or the full Poção de Pedras currency page for live rates.