CDT Time Now — Central Daylight Time
CDT (Central Daylight Time) is a fixed offset of UTC−5 — it never changes for daylight saving.
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Is it CST or CDT right now?
CST / CDT daylight-saving dates
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Clocks change at 2:00 AM local time. Dates shift by a week or so each year; these are computed live from the IANA time-zone database.
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CDT vs other time zones right now
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About CDT
CDT is the daylight-saving counterpart of CST (UTC−6).
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Frequently asked questions
What does CDT stand for?
CDT stands for Central Daylight Time, a UTC offset of UTC−5.
Is CST the same as CDT?
No. CST (UTC−6) is standard (winter) time; CDT (UTC−5) is daylight (summer) time, one hour ahead. The umbrella term “Central Time” refers to whichever is in effect, so it is always safe to write Central Time when you are unsure.
When do the clocks change for CDT?
In 2026, clocks go forward into CDT on Sunday, March 8 and back into CST on Sunday, November 1. The dates shift by a week or so each year; this page always shows the live, correct schedule.
What time is it in CDT right now?
It is currently 7:15 AM on Monday, June 22, 2026 in CDT (UTC−5).
Where is CDT used?
Central US and Canada from mid-March to early November. Cities currently on this time include Chicago, Houston, San Antonio, Dallas, Fort Worth.
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