America/Chicago
CST · UTC-6
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Timezone Details
IANA Identifier
America/Chicago
Abbreviation
CST
Current Offset
UTC-6
Observes DST
Yes
Standard Offset
UTC-6
DST Offset
UTC-5
Next DST Change
March 8, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the America/Chicago time zone?
America/Chicago is an IANA time zone identifier, commonly abbreviated as CST. It is used by United States. The current UTC offset is UTC-6.
Does America/Chicago observe daylight saving time?
Yes, this timezone observes daylight saving time. The offset changes between UTC-6 (standard) and UTC-5 (DST). The next DST transition is March 8, 2026.
What cities use the America/Chicago time zone?
Major cities in the America/Chicago time zone include Austin, Chicago, Dallas, Houston, New Orleans.