Time Difference Between Chicago and Monterrey

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

Chicago, United States
12:37:24AM

Tuesday, June 23, 2026

UTC-5 · CDT

Monterrey, Mexico
11:37:24PM

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 Monterrey.

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Frequently asked questions

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