America/New_York
EST · UTC-5
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Timezone Details
IANA Identifier
America/New_York
Abbreviation
EST
Current Offset
UTC-5
Observes DST
Yes
Standard Offset
UTC-5
DST Offset
UTC-4
Next DST Change
March 8, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the America/New_York time zone?
America/New_York is an IANA time zone identifier, commonly abbreviated as EST. It is used by United States. The current UTC offset is UTC-5.
Does America/New_York observe daylight saving time?
Yes, this timezone observes daylight saving time. The offset changes between UTC-5 (standard) and UTC-4 (DST). The next DST transition is March 8, 2026.
What cities use the America/New_York time zone?
Major cities in the America/New_York time zone include Atlanta, Boston, Miami, New York, Philadelphia and 1 more.