Houston observes CDT (UTC-5) from the second Sunday in March to the first Sunday in November.
About Houston
Houston is the fourth largest city in the United States and the energy capital of the world. It operates on CST/CDT.
Houston's timezone is critical for the global energy industry and US-Latin America business.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time zone is Houston in?+
Houston is in CST (UTC-6) in winter and CDT (UTC-5) in summer.
Is Houston the same timezone as Chicago?+
Yes.
How many hours behind New York is Houston?+
Houston is 1 hour behind New York year-round.
Does Houston observe daylight saving time?+
Yes.
What is the time difference between Houston and London?+
Houston is 6 hours behind London year-round.
What time is it in Houston now?
The current local time in Houston is displayed above and updates every second. Houston is in the Central Standard Time / Central Daylight Time (CST / CDT), UTC offset UTC-6 (CST) / UTC-5 (CDT).
What time zone is Houston in?
Houston is in Central Standard Time / Central Daylight Time (CST / CDT). The UTC offset is UTC-6 (CST) / UTC-5 (CDT).