Current Time in Oaxaca, Mexico
Oaxaca is on Central Standard Time – CST (UTC−6) right now. Oaxaca does not observe daylight saving time.
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· Oaxaca
America/Mexico_City
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Time zone of Oaxaca
| Time zone | Central Standard Time |
|---|---|
| Abbreviation | CST |
| UTC offset | UTC−6 |
| IANA time zone id | America/Mexico_City |
| Daylight saving time | Not observed |
Time difference between Oaxaca and other cities
Daylight saving time in Oaxaca
Oaxaca does not observe daylight saving time. The clocks stay on UTC−6 all year, so conversions never shift.
Oaxaca time FAQ
What time is it in Oaxaca right now?
Oaxaca is on CST (UTC−6). The live clock at the top of this page shows the current local time in Oaxaca, updated every second.
What time zone is Oaxaca in?
Oaxaca is in Central Standard Time, abbreviated CST, UTC−6. Its IANA time zone id is America/Mexico_City.
Does Oaxaca observe daylight saving time?
No. Oaxaca stays on UTC−6 all year.
What is the time difference between Oaxaca and New York?
New York is 1 hour ahead of Oaxaca.
Other cities in Mexico
Updated 7 November 2026. Time zone data: IANA tz database.