Current Time in Kansas, United States
Kansas has more than one time zone. The main one (Chicago) is Central Standard Time – CST (UTC−6) right now.
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· Kansas
America/Chicago
Time zones in Kansas
| Time zone | Offset now | Local time | Main areas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Standard Time (CST) | UTC−6 | --:-- | Chicago, Houston, Dallas, Minneapolis, San Antonio, St. Louis |
| Mountain Standard Time (MST) | UTC−7 | --:-- | Denver, Albuquerque, El Paso, Salt Lake City, Aurora, Colorado Springs |
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Time zone of Kansas
| Time zone | Central Standard Time |
|---|---|
| Abbreviation | CST |
| UTC offset | UTC−6 |
| IANA time zone id | America/Chicago |
| Daylight saving time | Yes – UTC−6 in winter, UTC−5 in summer |
Time difference between Kansas and other cities
Daylight saving time in Kansas
2026
- 8 March 2026: Clocks go forward 1 hour at 01:59 local time, from CST (UTC−6) to CDT (UTC−5).
- 1 November 2026: Clocks go back 1 hour at 01:59 local time, from CDT (UTC−5) to CST (UTC−6).
2027
- 14 March 2027: Clocks go forward 1 hour at 01:59 local time, from CST (UTC−6) to CDT (UTC−5).
- 7 November 2027: Clocks go back 1 hour at 01:59 local time, from CDT (UTC−5) to CST (UTC−6).
Kansas time FAQ
What time is it in Kansas right now?
Kansas is on CST (UTC−6). The live clock at the top of this page shows the current local time in Kansas, updated every second.
What time zone is Kansas in?
Kansas uses 2 time zones: CST, MST. The main zone is Central Standard Time (America/Chicago).
Does Kansas observe daylight saving time?
Yes. The next change is on 14 Mar 2027, when clocks go forward one hour from CST to CDT.
What is the time difference between Kansas and New York?
New York is 1 hour ahead of Kansas.
Cities in Kansas
Updated 6 November 2026. Time zone data: IANA tz database.