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Rio de Janeiro is 8.5 hours behind Chennai

Best overlap: 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM in Chennai is 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM in Rio de Janeiro.

Keep meetings inside 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM in Chennai — that maps to 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM in Rio de Janeiro. With overlap this short — around 1 hour — a recurring slot at 5:00 PM in Chennai (8:30 AM in Rio de Janeiro) is worth its weight in gold.

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Asia/Kolkata
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the time difference between Chennai and Rio de Janeiro?
Rio de Janeiro is 8.5 hours behind Chennai.
What are the best overlapping working hours between Chennai and Rio de Janeiro?
The best time to meet is between 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM in Chennai, which corresponds to 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM in Rio de Janeiro.
How many hours overlap between Chennai and Rio de Janeiro during a typical workday?
There are about 1 overlapping hour per day.
Does Daylight Saving Time affect the time difference between Chennai and Rio de Janeiro?
Neither Chennai nor Rio de Janeiro observes Daylight Saving Time, so the time difference remains consistent year-round.

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