Athens Rio de Janeiro

Best Time to Call

Excellent overlap! The best window to call is between 14:00 and 17:00 (Athens time).

Sync Athens and Rio de Janeiro easily. Athens is 5 hours ahead of Rio de Janeiro. Excellent overlap! The best window to call is between 14:00 and 17:00 (Athens time).

Upcoming Time Change

  • New York City clocks forward 1h in 11 days Mar 09

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Sync Score
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Tokyo

15:45 GMT+9
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New York City

01:45 EST
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London

06:45 GMT
Sleeping

Synchronization Context

A 5 hours gap allows for a manageable shared window, typically in the morning or late afternoon. It requires some scheduling but supports daily synchronization.

Athens Business Pulse

  • Culture Sociable and relationship-heavy. Business often involves lively discussion.
  • Lunch Break 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM.
  • Pro Tip The best window for calls is 11:00 AM to 1:30 PM. Avoid calling between 2:00 PM and 4:00 PM (the "siesta" or lunch period). Greeks value personal rapport and hospitality; business deals are often sealed over long meals or social gatherings. Be prepared for a warm and expressive communication style.

Rio de Janeiro Business Pulse

  • Culture Relaxed but hardworking. Creative and media industries are prominent.
  • Lunch Break 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM.
  • Pro Tip Best call times are 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM and 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM. "Cariocas" (Rio locals) value an informal and friendly start to meetings. Always spend a few minutes on social pleasantries. Avoid scheduling anything for Friday afternoon as the city begins its weekend transition early.

Quick Comparison

Feature Athens Rio de Janeiro
Timezone Europe/Athens America/Sao_Paulo
Country Greece Brazil
Coordinates 37.98, 23.73 -22.91, -43.17
Population 3,150,000 13,728,000

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