Current Time In Texas

Texas Time Zone: Current Time, Abbreviation, and More

Local Time in Texas

The current local time in Texas, United States is 12:03 AM CST on March 8, 2023. Texas observes Central Standard Time (CST) during the winter months and Central Daylight Time (CDT) during the summer months.

IANA Time Zone Identifier

The IANA time zone identifier for Texas is America/Chicago.

Time Zone Abbreviation

The time zone abbreviation for Texas is CST (Central Standard Time) during the winter months and CDT (Central Daylight Time) during the summer months.

Additional Information

• Texas is divided into two time zones: Central Time and Mountain Time. The majority of the state observes Central Time, while the westernmost counties observe Mountain Time.
• Texas does not observe daylight saving time in most counties, with the exception of El Paso County, which observes Mountain Daylight Time (MDT) during the summer months.
• The largest city in Texas is Houston, which observes Central Time.
• Texas is home to a diverse population and culture, with a rich history and vibrant economy.