Current Time in Cuba
Cuba is on Cuba Standard Time – EST (UTC−5) right now. It switches to EDT (UTC−4) on 13 Mar 2027.
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· Cuba
America/Havana
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Time zone of Cuba
| Time zone | Cuba Standard Time |
|---|---|
| Abbreviation | EST |
| UTC offset | UTC−5 |
| IANA time zone id | America/Havana |
| Daylight saving time | Yes – UTC−5 in winter, UTC−4 in summer |
Time difference between Cuba and other cities
Daylight saving time in Cuba
2026
- 7 March 2026: Clocks go forward 1 hour at 23:59 local time, from EST (UTC−5) to EDT (UTC−4).
- 1 November 2026: Clocks go back 1 hour at 00:59 local time, from EDT (UTC−4) to EST (UTC−5).
2027
- 13 March 2027: Clocks go forward 1 hour at 23:59 local time, from EST (UTC−5) to EDT (UTC−4).
- 7 November 2027: Clocks go back 1 hour at 00:59 local time, from EDT (UTC−4) to EST (UTC−5).
Cuba time FAQ
What time is it in Cuba right now?
Cuba is on EST (UTC−5). The live clock at the top of this page shows the current local time in Cuba, updated every second.
What time zone is Cuba in?
Cuba is in Cuba Standard Time, abbreviated EST, UTC−5. Its IANA time zone id is America/Havana.
Does Cuba observe daylight saving time?
Yes. The next change is on 13 Mar 2027, when clocks go forward one hour from EST to EDT.
What is the time difference between Cuba and New York?
Cuba and New York are on the same time.
Current time in Cuba cities
Updated 6 November 2026. Time zone data: IANA tz database.