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Picos, Piauí, Brazil – Brazil Flag

Current Date And Time In Picos, Brazil

Sunday, 26 July 2026
01:31:07 BRT
State: Piauí
Currency: Brazilian Real (BRL)
Timezone: UTC -03:00 (BRT)
Population: 83,090
District: Picos

✈️ Picos, Piauí, Brazil - Travel Information


Plan your trip to Picos, Piauí, 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 Picos.

Why It Matters: Arriving in Picos 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 Picos — so every trip, deployment or shipment runs without a hitch.

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🚗 Driving & General Info

Vehicles in Brazil, which includes Picos, 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 Picos.

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 Picos. 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 Picos.

🚔
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 Picos for flight planning and ground transport arrangements.

Nearest to Picos
Local Airport • JDO
Orlando Bezerra de Menezes Airport
Juazeiro do Norte, BR
243
km away
Nearest Major Airport
Regional Airport • THE
Senador Petrônio Portela Airport
Teresina, BR
270
km away

📍 Each distance is measured from the location center named in that row — Picos's exact coordinates, or Teresina's coordinates for the capital-airport entry.

✈️ How Far Is Picos From Major World Cities?

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Picos 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)6,268 km3,895 mi~ 8h 07m
Toronto (Canada)6,808 km4,230 mi~ 8h 46m
Paris (France)7,536 km4,682 mi~ 9h 37m
London (United Kingdom)7,611 km4,729 mi~ 9h 42m
Los Angeles (United States)9,247 km5,746 mi~ 11h 38m
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)11,017 km6,846 mi~ 13h 43m
Auckland (New Zealand)13,846 km8,604 mi~ 17h 02m
Sydney (Australia)15,270 km9,488 mi~ 18h 43m
Singapore (Singapore)16,115 km10,014 mi~ 19h 43m
Tokyo (Japan)16,833 km10,460 mi~ 20h 33m

✈ 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 Picos, 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 Picos 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 Time1:31 AM on Sunday, July 26, 2026

🌍 Time Difference From Picos to Major World Cities

It is currently 1:31 AM on Sunday in Picos. 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 Picos 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 Picos
New York (United States)Sun, 12:31 AM1h behind
Los Angeles (United States)Sat, 9:31 PM4h behind
Toronto (Canada)Sun, 12:31 AM1h behind
London (United Kingdom)Sun, 5:31 AM4h ahead
Paris (France)Sun, 6:31 AM5h ahead
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)Sun, 8:31 AM7h ahead
Singapore (Singapore)Sun, 12:31 PM11h ahead
Tokyo (Japan)Sun, 1:31 PM12h ahead
Sydney (Australia)Sun, 2:31 PM13h ahead
Auckland (New Zealand)Sun, 4:31 PM15h 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 Picos — Quick Exchange Reference

The local currency in Picos 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 Picos

Knowing which languages are used in Picos 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 Picos. 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
Sussuapara (Piauí, Brazil)7 mi12 kmNE
⬆️
Geminiano (Piauí, Brazil)9 mi15 kmSE
⬆️
Santana do Piauí (Piauí, Brazil)10 mi15 kmNNW
⬆️
Bocaina (Piauí, Brazil)14 mi22 kmNE
⬆️
São José do Piauí (Piauí, Brazil)14 mi23 kmNorth (N)
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🏛️ 7 Wonders Of The World — Distance From Picos

The closest of the New 7 Wonders to Picos is the Christ the Redeemer (Brazil), about 1,775 km away. Straight-line distances from Picos 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, Brazil1,775 km1,103 mi
Machu PicchuAguas Calientes, Peru3,466 km2,153 mi
Chichén ItzáPisté (nearest town), Mexico5,999 km3,728 mi
ColosseumRome, Italy7,713 km4,793 mi
PetraWadi Musa, Jordan9,166 km5,695 mi
Taj MahalAgra, India13,278 km8,251 mi
Great Wall of ChinaBeijing (nearest major city), China15,690 km9,750 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

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

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

⚡ Electrical Standards

Power supply in Picos, 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 Picos and a voltage converter if needed. Essential pre-arrival check for gadget travellers, hardware shippers, remote workers and field engineers setting up equipment in Picos.

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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🧭 Picos's Travel Essentials — What Every Visitor Should Know

🔋 Before You Pack for Picos

A dead phone charger is a rough way to start a trip to Picos. 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 Picos — not after something goes wrong. Corporate travel desks and family back home should keep the same list on file.

🚦 Rules of the Road in Picos

Picos 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 Picos

The closest airport to Picos is Orlando Bezerra de Menezes Airport (JDO), about 243 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 Picos From Abroad

Every call, meeting invite or delivery ETA involving Picos 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 Picos gets missed.

🗺 Planning a Route Beyond Picos

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

🔎 Explore More About Picos

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Travelling To Picos

What side of the road do people drive on in Picos?

Picos, 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 Picos use?

Picos 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 Picos?

In Picos, 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 Picos?

Orlando Bezerra de Menezes Airport (JDO) is the nearest airport to Picos, about 243 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for airports near the state capital as well.

What time zone is Picos in, and does it observe daylight saving?

Picos 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 Picos?

Picos shares the official and regional languages of Piauí 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 Picos?

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