Current Time in Nunavut, Canada
Nunavut has more than one time zone. The main one (Nunavut) is Eastern Standard Time – EST (UTC−5) right now.
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America/Iqaluit
Time zones in Nunavut
| Time zone | Offset now | Local time | Main areas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Standard Time (EST) | UTC−5 | --:-- | America/Iqaluit |
| Central Standard Time (CST) | UTC−6 | --:-- | America/Rankin_Inlet |
| Mountain Standard Time (MST) | UTC−7 | --:-- | America/Cambridge_Bay |
| Eastern Standard Time (EST) | UTC−5 | --:-- | America/Panama |
Convert Nunavut time
Time zone of Nunavut
| Time zone | Eastern Standard Time |
|---|---|
| Abbreviation | EST |
| UTC offset | UTC−5 |
| IANA time zone id | America/Iqaluit |
| Daylight saving time | Yes – UTC−5 in winter, UTC−4 in summer |
Time difference between Nunavut and other cities
Daylight saving time in Nunavut
2026
- 8 March 2026: Clocks go forward 1 hour at 01:59 local time, from EST (UTC−5) to EDT (UTC−4).
- 1 November 2026: Clocks go back 1 hour at 01:59 local time, from EDT (UTC−4) to EST (UTC−5).
2027
- 14 March 2027: Clocks go forward 1 hour at 01:59 local time, from EST (UTC−5) to EDT (UTC−4).
- 7 November 2027: Clocks go back 1 hour at 01:59 local time, from EDT (UTC−4) to EST (UTC−5).
Nunavut time FAQ
What time is it in Nunavut right now?
Nunavut is on EST (UTC−5). The live clock at the top of this page shows the current local time in Nunavut, updated every second.
What time zone is Nunavut in?
Nunavut uses 4 time zones: EST, CST, MST, EST. The main zone is Eastern Standard Time (America/Iqaluit).
Does Nunavut observe daylight saving time?
Yes. The next change is on 14 Mar 2027, when clocks go forward one hour from EST to EDT.
What is the time difference between Nunavut and New York?
Nunavut and New York are on the same time.
Updated 6 November 2026. Time zone data: IANA tz database.