Current Local Time in Atlanta
Atlanta, United States (EST)
Saturday, January 24, 2026
Atlanta follows Eastern Time (ET). The city observes Daylight Saving Time, switching between EST (UTC−5) and EDT (UTC−4).
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⏰Time Zone Facts
America/New_YorkData: IANA Time Zone Database
🏢Business Hours in Atlanta
☀️Climate
Humid subtropical with hot summers (26-32°C) and mild winters (3-12°C). Occasional ice storms in winter.
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📍About Atlanta Time Zone
Atlanta is located in the America/New York time zone (UTC-5). As a significant city in United States, Atlanta serves as an important hub for business, tourism, and international communication. The local time in Atlanta is same time as New York.
When planning calls or meetings with Atlanta, consider that standard business hours are typically Business hours 9 AM to 5 PM. Southern hospitality means slower pace. Many restaurants open until 10-11 PM. local time. Atlanta observes Daylight Saving Time, which means the time difference with other locations may vary by one hour depending on the season.
Atlanta has a population of approximately 500K (6.1M in the metro area). The local currency is the US Dollar ($). To call Atlanta from abroad, use the country code +1 404. The primary language spoken is English.
For travelers and remote workers coordinating across time zones, Atlanta time is same time as New York, and 5 hours behind London. This makes Atlanta ideal for coordinating with North and South American partners. Use our Meeting Planner to find the best overlap times.
Quick Facts: Atlanta Time
- • Time Zone: America/New_York (UTC-5)
- • Daylight Saving: Observed
- • Country: United States (US)
- • Coordinates: 33.75°, -84.39°
- • Calling Code: +1 404