Current time in Chicago
11:38 35
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
Local time in Chicago right now
- Time zone
America/Chicago- UTC offset
- UTC-5
- Abbreviation
- CDT
Currently on daylight saving time · Clocks go back one hour on November 1, 2026
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Frequently asked questions
What time is it in Chicago right now?
The current local time in Chicago is shown at the top of this page, updated live.
What time zone is Chicago in?
Chicago uses America/Chicago (CDT), currently UTC-5.
Does Chicago observe daylight saving time?
Currently on daylight saving time