Time Difference Between Chicago and Managua

Chicago is 1h 0m ahead of Managua. This difference shifts by an hour around daylight saving time changes.

Chicago, United States
12:38:04AM

Tuesday, June 23, 2026

UTC-5 · CDT

Managua, Nicaragua
11:38:04PM

Monday, June 22, 2026

UTC-6 · CST

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Standard working hours (9:00 AM–5:00 PM) in Chicago fall between 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM in Managua.

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Frequently asked questions

How many hours is Managua behind Chicago?
Chicago is 1h 0m ahead of Managua. Note that this changes by an hour across daylight saving time transitions.
Do Chicago and Managua observe daylight saving time?
Chicago observes daylight saving time, and Managua does not observe it. Because of that, the gap is 0h 0m for part of the year and 1h 0m for the rest.