Current Time in Chicago, United States

Time zone details

Time zone

America/Chicago

UTC offset

UTC-5

Abbreviation

CDT

Country

United States

Daylight saving

In effect now

Sunrise & sunset

Other cities in United States

• Adak
• Anchorage
• Boise
• Denver
• Detroit
• Indianapolis
• Knox
• Marengo

Convert Chicago time

• Chicago → New York
• Chicago → Denver
• Chicago → Los Angeles
• Chicago → Toronto
• Chicago → Vancouver

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Frequently asked questions

What time is it in Chicago right now?

The current local time in Chicago, United States is shown live at the top of this page. Chicago is on UTC-5 (CDT), and the local date is Monday, June 22, 2026.

What time zone is Chicago in?

Chicago uses the America/Chicago time zone, currently UTC-5 (CDT).

Does Chicago observe daylight saving time?

Yes. Chicago observes daylight saving time, and it is currently in effect.