What time zone is Kansas in?
Kansas is split between two time zones. Most of the state uses Central Time (CST, UTC−6 / CDT, UTC−5). Mountain Time (MST, UTC−7 / MDT, UTC−6) is used in four western counties on the Colorado border (Greeley, Hamilton, Sherman, Wallace).
Time zones in Kansas
| Zone | Offset | Time now |
|---|---|---|
| Central Time | CST, UTC−6 / CDT, UTC−5 | |
| Mountain Time | MST, UTC−7 / MDT, UTC−6 |
Cities in Kansas
| City | Time zone | Time now |
|---|---|---|
| Wichita | Central Time | |
| Topeka | Central Time | |
| Kansas City | Central Time | |
| Goodland | Mountain Time |
Daylight saving time
Yes. Kansas changes clocks on the second Sunday in March and the first Sunday in November.
Neighbouring states
- Nebraska: Central Time, Mountain Time
- Missouri: Central Time
- Oklahoma: Central Time
- Colorado: Mountain Time
Other states on Central Time
Questions people ask
What time zone is Kansas in?
Kansas is split between two time zones. Most of the state uses Central Time (CST, UTC−6 / CDT, UTC−5). Mountain Time (MST, UTC−7 / MDT, UTC−6) is used in four western counties on the Colorado border (Greeley, Hamilton, Sherman, Wallace).
Does Kansas observe daylight saving time?
Yes. Kansas changes clocks on the second Sunday in March and the first Sunday in November.
What time is it in Kansas right now?
The live clock above shows the current time in Kansas's Central Time areas. The table shows each part of the state.
Is Kansas split between time zones?
Yes. Most of Kansas uses Central Time. Mountain Time is used in four western counties on the Colorado border (Greeley, Hamilton, Sherman, Wallace).