What time zone is North Dakota in?
North Dakota 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 the southwest, roughly south and west of the Missouri River (Dickinson, Bowman).
Time zones in North Dakota
| Zone | Offset | Time now |
|---|---|---|
| Central Time | CST, UTC−6 / CDT, UTC−5 | |
| Mountain Time | MST, UTC−7 / MDT, UTC−6 |
Cities in North Dakota
| City | Time zone | Time now |
|---|---|---|
| Fargo | Central Time | |
| Bismarck | Central Time | |
| Grand Forks | Central Time | |
| Minot | Central Time | |
| Dickinson | Mountain Time |
Daylight saving time
Yes. North Dakota changes clocks on the second Sunday in March and the first Sunday in November.
Neighbouring states
- Minnesota: Central Time
- South Dakota: Central Time, Mountain Time
- Montana: Mountain Time
Other states on Central Time
Questions people ask
What time zone is North Dakota in?
North Dakota 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 the southwest, roughly south and west of the Missouri River (Dickinson, Bowman).
Does North Dakota observe daylight saving time?
Yes. North Dakota changes clocks on the second Sunday in March and the first Sunday in November.
What time is it in North Dakota right now?
The live clock above shows the current time in North Dakota's Central Time areas. The table shows each part of the state.
Is North Dakota split between time zones?
Yes. Most of North Dakota uses Central Time. Mountain Time is used in the southwest, roughly south and west of the Missouri River (Dickinson, Bowman).