Time in New York City
The live clock above shows the current local time in New York City, which operates on Eastern Time (ET). During standard time (November to March), New York is UTC-5; during daylight saving time (second Sunday in March to first Sunday in November), it shifts to UTC-4. In 2026, DST begins on March 8 and ends on November 1. Sunrise in New York varies from around 7:20 AM in winter to 5:25 AM in summer, with sunset ranging from 4:30 PM to 8:30 PM. The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) trades from 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM ET. For a global perspective, visit Time.now for the world clock. Time differences: Los Angeles is 3 hours behind, Chicago is 1 hour behind, London is 5 hours ahead (or 4 during DST), and Tokyo is 14 hours ahead (or 13 during DST).
Eastern Time Zone Overview
New York City lies in the Eastern Time Zone (ET), which covers roughly half of the US population. The zone includes major cities such as Boston, Philadelphia, Washington DC, and Atlanta. For more details, see our Eastern Time (ET) page. Neighboring time zones are Atlantic Time (UTC-4) to the east, Central Time (UTC-6) to the west, and Newfoundland Time (UTC-3:30) to the northeast. During DST, Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) is used; during standard time, Eastern Standard Time (EST).
UTC Offset and Daylight Saving Time
| Season | Time Zone Name | UTC Offset | Example Time (Local) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Time (Nov-Mar) | Eastern Standard Time (EST) | UTC-5 | 12:00 PM EST = 17:00 UTC |
| Daylight Saving Time (Mar-Nov) | Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) | UTC-4 | 12:00 PM EDT = 16:00 UTC |
Daylight saving time in the US begins on the second Sunday in March at 2:00 AM local time (clocks spring forward to 3:00 AM) and ends on the first Sunday in November at 2:00 AM (clocks fall back to 1:00 AM). In 2026, DST starts March 8 and ends November 1. Not all US states observe DST; Hawaii and most of Arizona do not, but New York does.
Time Differences to Other US Time Zones
New York is in the Eastern Time Zone. Here are the differences to other US zones:
| City | Time Zone | Difference from New York |
|---|---|---|
| Time in Los Angeles | Pacific Time (PT) | 3 hours behind (e.g., 12 PM ET = 9 AM PT) |
| Time in Denver | Mountain Time (MT) | 2 hours behind (e.g., 12 PM ET = 10 AM MT) |
| Time in Chicago | Central Time (CT) | 1 hour behind (e.g., 12 PM ET = 11 AM CT) |
For more on these zones, see Central Time (CT) and Mountain Time (MT).
International Time Differences
New York's time relative to major world cities:
- London: 5 hours ahead during EST, 4 hours ahead during EDT (e.g., 12 PM ET = 5 PM GMT / 4 PM BST).
- Tokyo: 14 hours ahead during EST, 13 hours ahead during EDT (e.g., 12 PM ET = 2 AM next day JST).
- Mumbai: 10.5 hours ahead during EST, 9.5 hours ahead during EDT.
- Sydney: 16 hours ahead during EST, 15 hours ahead during EDT.
For worldwide city times, visit TimeRight.Now or CurrentTime.now for a multi-city world clock view. For US-specific times, check time in Miami and time in Boston.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current local time in New York City?
The live clock at the top of this page shows the exact current time in New York City. It updates automatically and reflects the correct Eastern Time (ET), including daylight saving adjustments.
Is New York on Eastern Standard Time or Eastern Daylight Time?
New York observes Eastern Standard Time (EST, UTC-5) from the first Sunday in November to the second Sunday in March. During the rest of the year, it uses Eastern Daylight Time (EDT, UTC-4). In 2026, EDT runs from March 8 to November 1.
What is the time difference between New York and London?
New York is 5 hours behind London during EST (e.g., 12 PM EST = 5 PM GMT). During EDT, the difference is 4 hours (12 PM EDT = 4 PM BST).
What are the NYSE trading hours in New York time?
The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) is open from 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM Eastern Time, Monday through Friday, excluding market holidays.
Does New York observe daylight saving time?
Yes, New York observes DST. Clocks spring forward 1 hour on the second Sunday in March and fall back on the first Sunday in November.
How many hours ahead is Tokyo from New York?
Tokyo is 14 hours ahead of New York during EST (e.g., 12 PM EST = 2 AM next day JST). During EDT, it is 13 hours ahead (12 PM EDT = 1 AM next day JST).