Current Time in Texas, United States
Texas has more than one time zone. The main one (Chicago) is Central Standard Time – CST (UTC−6) right now.
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America/Chicago
Time zones in Texas
| 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 Texas
| 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 Texas and other cities
Daylight saving time in Texas
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).
Texas time FAQ
What time is it in Texas right now?
Texas is on CST (UTC−6). The live clock at the top of this page shows the current local time in Texas, updated every second.
What time zone is Texas in?
Texas uses 2 time zones: CST, MST. The main zone is Central Standard Time (America/Chicago).
Does Texas 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 Texas and New York?
New York is 1 hour ahead of Texas.
Cities in Texas
Updated 6 November 2026. Time zone data: IANA tz database.