Current local time in Chicago
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About time in Chicago
Chicago uses the IANA zone America/Chicago: UTC−6 in standard time and UTC−5 during daylight saving time. Yes. In 2026 clocks change on 8 March and 1 November.
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Frequently asked questions
What time zone is Chicago in?
Chicago uses the IANA zone America/Chicago: UTC−6 in standard time and UTC−5 during daylight saving time.
Does Chicago observe daylight saving time?
Yes. In 2026 clocks change on 8 March and 1 November.
What are the coordinates of Chicago?
The city centre is at about 41.8300°, -87.7501° (Northern and Western Hemispheres).