Current Local Time in Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge, United States (CDT)
16:46:12
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
☀️Day
🌅7:22 AM
🌇7:10 PM
Baton Rouge follows Central Time (CT). The city observes Daylight Saving Time, switching between CST (UTC−6) and CDT (UTC−5).
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📞+1 225
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OFFICES
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
BANKS
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
SHOPS
10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
RESTAURANTS
Varies
⏰Time Zone Facts
🕐CST/CDT
🌐UTC-6/-5
🔄Yes (Mar–Nov)
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America/Chicago236
Data: IANA Time Zone Database
☀️Climate
Humid subtropical with hot humid summers (26-34°C) and mild winters (6-16°C). High rainfall.
🏛️Top Attractions
Louisiana State CapitolLSU CampusUSS KiddCapitol Park MuseumMagnolia Mound Plantation
📍About Baton Rouge Time Zone
Baton Rouge is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-5). Baton Rouge time is same time as New York.
Baton Rouge observes Daylight Saving Time.
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Quick Facts: Baton Rouge Time
- Time Zone: America/Chicago (UTC-5)
- Daylight Saving: Observed
- Country: United States
- Coordinates: 30.45, -91.15
- Calling Code: +1 225