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Current time in Austin
Central Standard Time. Currently on daylight saving time.
Monday, June 1, 2026
Daylight saving
Active
Ends Nov 1, 2026 · in 5 months
Through the current period
36%About Austin time
Austin keeps two clocks.
Austin, United States, pulses with a creative, laid-back energy that syncs up with the Central Daylight Time rhythm—mornings start slow over breakfast tacos, and by afternoon, the city's tech scene and live music venues are in full swing. When coordinating with global teams, remember that Austin's UTC-5 offset means early risers on the West Coast are just logging on as your day hits its stride, making mid-morning an ideal overlap window for cross-country collaboration.
Daylight saving
The year, by the clock.
Now
CDT
Daylight saving · since Mar 8, 2026
Next change
Nov 1, 2026
Clocks fall back · in 5 months
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Austin's time zone, daylight saving rules, and scheduling across it. Can't find what you need? Email [email protected].
- Does Austin observe Daylight Saving Time?
- Yes, Austin, like most of the United States, observes Daylight Saving Time, shifting from CST (UTC-6) to CDT (UTC-5) in spring.
- What is the time difference between Austin and New York?
- Austin is 1 hour behind New York. When it's 9:00 AM in New York (EDT), it's 8:00 AM in Austin (CDT).
- How does Austin's time zone affect its famous SXSW festival?
- During SXSW in March, Austin has just sprung forward to CDT, giving attendees an extra hour of evening daylight for the city's legendary outdoor music showcases.
- Is Austin in the same time zone as Chicago?
- Yes, both Austin and Chicago are in the Central Time Zone, sharing the same UTC-5 offset during Daylight Saving Time.
- What's unique about Austin's time zone geography?
- Austin sits at the western edge of the Central Time Zone—just a couple of hours' drive west puts you in Mountain Time, making it a true crossroads between the South and the West.
- How does the time zone impact remote work in Austin?
- Austin's Central Time zone is often considered ideal for remote workers, offering a sweet spot that overlaps well with both East and West Coast business hours.
- When does Austin switch back from CDT to CST?
- Austin falls back from CDT to CST on the first Sunday in November, gaining an extra hour of sleep as clocks are set back one hour.
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