What time zone is Illinois in?
Illinois is in the Central Time Zone, CST, UTC−6 / CDT, UTC−5.
Time zones in Illinois
| Zone | Offset | Time now |
|---|---|---|
| Central Time | CST, UTC−6 / CDT, UTC−5 |
Cities in Illinois
| City | Time zone | Time now |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago | Central Time | |
| Springfield | Central Time | |
| Peoria | Central Time | |
| Rockford | Central Time |
Daylight saving time
Yes. Illinois changes clocks on the second Sunday in March and the first Sunday in November.
Neighbouring states
- Wisconsin: Central Time
- Iowa: Central Time
- Missouri: Central Time
- Kentucky: Eastern Time, Central Time
- Indiana: Eastern Time, Central Time
Other states on Central Time
Questions people ask
What time zone is Illinois in?
Illinois is in the Central Time Zone, CST, UTC−6 / CDT, UTC−5.
Does Illinois observe daylight saving time?
Yes. Illinois changes clocks on the second Sunday in March and the first Sunday in November.
What time is it in Illinois right now?
The live clock above shows the current time in Illinois.