What time zone is Michigan in?
Michigan is split between two time zones. Most of the state uses Eastern Time (EST, UTC−5 / EDT, UTC−4). Central Time (CST, UTC−6 / CDT, UTC−5) is used in four Upper Peninsula counties on the Wisconsin border (Gogebic, Iron, Dickinson, Menominee).
Time zones in Michigan
| Zone | Offset | Time now |
|---|---|---|
| Eastern Time | EST, UTC−5 / EDT, UTC−4 | |
| Central Time | CST, UTC−6 / CDT, UTC−5 |
Cities in Michigan
| City | Time zone | Time now |
|---|---|---|
| Detroit | Eastern Time | |
| Grand Rapids | Eastern Time | |
| Lansing | Eastern Time | |
| Marquette | Eastern Time | |
| Iron Mountain | Central Time |
Daylight saving time
Yes. Michigan changes clocks on the second Sunday in March and the first Sunday in November.
Neighbouring states
Other states on Eastern Time
- Connecticut
- Delaware
- District of Columbia
- Georgia
- Maine
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New York
- North Carolina
- Ohio
Questions people ask
What time zone is Michigan in?
Michigan is split between two time zones. Most of the state uses Eastern Time (EST, UTC−5 / EDT, UTC−4). Central Time (CST, UTC−6 / CDT, UTC−5) is used in four Upper Peninsula counties on the Wisconsin border (Gogebic, Iron, Dickinson, Menominee).
Does Michigan observe daylight saving time?
Yes. Michigan changes clocks on the second Sunday in March and the first Sunday in November.
What time is it in Michigan right now?
The live clock above shows the current time in Michigan's Eastern Time areas. The table shows each part of the state.
Is Michigan split between time zones?
Yes. Most of Michigan uses Eastern Time. Central Time is used in four Upper Peninsula counties on the Wisconsin border (Gogebic, Iron, Dickinson, Menominee).