What time zone is Mississippi in?
Mississippi is in the Central Time Zone, CST, UTC−6 / CDT, UTC−5.
Time zones in Mississippi
| Zone | Offset | Time now |
|---|---|---|
| Central Time | CST, UTC−6 / CDT, UTC−5 |
Cities in Mississippi
| City | Time zone | Time now |
|---|---|---|
| Jackson | Central Time | |
| Gulfport | Central Time | |
| Hattiesburg | Central Time |
Daylight saving time
Yes. Mississippi changes clocks on the second Sunday in March and the first Sunday in November.
Neighbouring states
- Louisiana: Central Time
- Arkansas: Central Time
- Tennessee: Central Time, Eastern Time
- Alabama: Central Time
Other states on Central Time
Questions people ask
What time zone is Mississippi in?
Mississippi is in the Central Time Zone, CST, UTC−6 / CDT, UTC−5.
Does Mississippi observe daylight saving time?
Yes. Mississippi changes clocks on the second Sunday in March and the first Sunday in November.
What time is it in Mississippi right now?
The live clock above shows the current time in Mississippi.