Current Time in Houston
Houston, United States · America/Chicago · Population ~2,304,580
CDT · UTC-5
Time Zone Details
- Current Time
- 02:09 (CDT)
- Date
- Sep 2, 2026
- Time Zone
- America/Chicago
- UTC Offset
- UTC-05
- Daylight Saving Time
- In effect
- Country
- United States
- Coordinates
- 29.7604°N, 95.3698°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is it in Houston?
The current local time in Houston is shown on this page. It is 02:09 (CDT, UTC-5).
What time zone is Houston in?
Houston is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-5).
What is Houston time in UTC?
Houston is UTC-5 relative to UTC.
Does Houston observe daylight saving time?
Yes. Houston (America/Chicago) observes daylight saving time, so its UTC offset changes between standard time and daylight time each year.
What is the time difference between Houston and New York?
Right now, Houston is +1 hour compared to New York. Use the converter above to check a specific date and time.
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Right now, Houston is +6 hours compared to London. Use the converter above to check a specific date and time.
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Right now, Houston is -2 hours compared to Los Angeles. Use the converter above to check a specific date and time.