Area Code 970

Fort Collins, Colorado · MST/MDT (UTC-7) · United States

Area Code
970
City
Fort Collins, CO
Time Zone
MST/MDT
UTC Offset
UTC-7 / UTC-6 DST
DST
Observed
Introduced
1995

Where Is Area Code 970?

Fort Collins, Greeley, Durango, Steamboat Springs — northern and western Colorado

Colorado ski country. Aspen, Vail, Steamboat. Colorado State University.

Major Cities & Neighborhoods
Fort CollinsGreeleyGrand JunctionDurangoSteamboat Springs

Time Zone for Area Code 970

Standard Time
MST (UTC-7)
Daylight Time
MDT (UTC-6)
DST 2026 Start
March 8, 2026
DST 2026 End
November 1, 2026
Country
United States
IANA Zone
America/Denver

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is area code 970?

Area code 970 is located in Fort Collins, Colorado (United States). It covers Fort Collins, Greeley, Durango, Steamboat Springs — northern and western Colorado.

What time zone is area code 970 in?

Area code 970 (Fort Collins, Colorado) is in the MST/MDT time zone. Standard time is UTC-7 and UTC-6 during Daylight Saving Time.

Is area code 970 a scam?

Area code 970 is a legitimate NANPA-assigned code serving Fort Collins, Colorado. However, scammers can spoof any area code. If you receive an unexpected call from (970), verify the caller before sharing personal information.

What time is it in area code 970 right now?

Area code 970 follows MST/MDT (UTC-7). See the live clock at whattime.city/denver/ for the exact current time in Fort Collins.

When was area code 970 introduced?

Area code 970 was introduced in 1995. Colorado ski country. Aspen, Vail, Steamboat. Colorado State University.

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