What time zone is Texas in?
Texas 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 El Paso and Hudspeth counties in far West Texas.
Time zones in Texas
| Zone | Offset | Time now |
|---|---|---|
| Central Time | CST, UTC−6 / CDT, UTC−5 | |
| Mountain Time | MST, UTC−7 / MDT, UTC−6 |
Cities in Texas
| City | Time zone | Time now |
|---|---|---|
| Houston | Central Time | |
| Dallas | Central Time | |
| San Antonio | Central Time | |
| Austin | Central Time | |
| El Paso | Mountain Time |
Daylight saving time
Yes. Texas changes clocks on the second Sunday in March and the first Sunday in November.
Neighbouring states
- New Mexico: Mountain Time
- Oklahoma: Central Time
- Arkansas: Central Time
- Louisiana: Central Time
Other states on Central Time
Questions people ask
What time zone is Texas in?
Texas 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 El Paso and Hudspeth counties in far West Texas.
Does Texas observe daylight saving time?
Yes. Texas changes clocks on the second Sunday in March and the first Sunday in November.
What time is it in Texas right now?
The live clock above shows the current time in Texas's Central Time areas. The table shows each part of the state.
Is Texas split between time zones?
Yes. Most of Texas uses Central Time. Mountain Time is used in El Paso and Hudspeth counties in far West Texas.