Chicago observes CDT (UTC-5) from the second Sunday in March to the first Sunday in November.
About Chicago
Chicago is the third largest city in the United States and a major hub for finance, trade, and culture in the Midwest.
Chicago is 1 hour behind New York and 2 hours ahead of Los Angeles, making it the midpoint of US cross-timezone scheduling.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time zone is Chicago in?+
Chicago is in CST (UTC-6) in winter and CDT (UTC-5) in summer.
How many hours behind New York is Chicago?+
Chicago is 1 hour behind New York year-round.
What is the difference between CST and CDT?+
CST is UTC-6 (winter), CDT is UTC-5 (summer).
Does Chicago observe daylight saving time?+
Yes.
How many hours behind London is Chicago?+
Chicago is 6 hours behind London year-round.
What time is it in Chicago now?
The current local time in Chicago is displayed above and updates every second. Chicago is in the Central Standard Time / Central Daylight Time (CST / CDT), UTC offset UTC-6 (CST) / UTC-5 (CDT).
What time zone is Chicago in?
Chicago is in Central Standard Time / Central Daylight Time (CST / CDT). The UTC offset is UTC-6 (CST) / UTC-5 (CDT).