Current local time in Washington, D.C.
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About time in Washington, D.C.
Washington, D.C. uses the IANA zone America/New York: UTC−5 in standard time and UTC−4 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 Washington, D.C. in?
Washington, D.C. uses the IANA zone America/New York: UTC−5 in standard time and UTC−4 during daylight saving time.
Does Washington, D.C. observe daylight saving time?
Yes. In 2026 clocks change on 8 March and 1 November.
What are the coordinates of Washington, D.C.?
The city centre is at about 38.8995°, -77.0094° (Northern and Western Hemispheres).