Current Time in United States
Check local time in Washington D.C. and all United States cities. United States spans 6 time zones.
United States Quick Facts
🕐Time Zones in United States
United States uses EST (UTC-5) year-round. Washington D.C. is the capital and largest city.
Most regions of United States observe Daylight Saving Time, typically from the second Sunday in March to the first Sunday in November. During DST, clocks move forward one hour. Some regions may have different rules, so verify the specific location.
Major Cities in United States (326 cities)
Click on any city to see detailed local time, sunrise/sunset times, and weather information.
📞Best Time to Call United States
United States shares similar time zones with many North American locations, making scheduling calls relatively convenient. For European callers, afternoon calls (after 2:00 PM local time) will catch United States during their morning business hours.
Standard business hours in United States are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM or 6:00 PM local time, Monday through Friday. Standard business hours in United States are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM or 6:00 PM local time, Monday through Friday. Government offices and banks may have shorter hours. Many businesses close for lunch, especially in Southern European, Latin American, and Asian countries.
✈️Time-Related Travel Tips for United States
United States is well-connected with flights from major global hubs. Time zone differences within the Americas are generally manageable for business travel. Remember that English and Spanish are the primary languages. Business culture may include longer lunch breaks in some regions.
💡Interesting Facts About Time in United States
- United States spans 6 time zones, making it one of the widest countries in terms of time coverage.
- The capital Washington D.C. is the political center of United States with a total national population of 331M.
- Time zone boundaries don't always follow geographical lines - they're often adjusted for political, economic, or practical reasons.
- The concept of standardized time zones was developed in the 19th century with the expansion of railways, replacing local solar time.
About Time in United States
United States uses a single time zone (EST (UTC-5)). This makes it relatively straightforward to coordinate times across the country.
The capital city Washington D.C. serves as the political and often economic center of United States. Major business activities are spread across cities including New York, Los Angeles, Chicago.
When planning international calls, video conferences, or business meetings with contacts in United States, it's important to consider the time difference. EST (UTC-5) is the most commonly referenced time zone for United States.
United States uses the US Dollar ($) as its official currency. The international dialing code is +1. Multiple languages are spoken, including English, Spanish.
Cities in United States
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Frequently Asked Questions About Time in United States
United States spans 6 time zones: EST (UTC-5), CST (UTC-6), MST (UTC-7), PST (UTC-8), AKST (UTC-9), HST (UTC-10). The capital Washington D.C. uses EST (UTC-5).
Most regions of United States observe Daylight Saving Time, typically from the second Sunday in March to the first Sunday in November. During DST, clocks move forward one hour. Some regions may have different rules, so verify the specific location.
United States shares similar time zones with many North American locations, making scheduling calls relatively convenient. For European callers, afternoon calls (after 2:00 PM local time) will catch United States during their morning business hours.
Standard business hours in United States are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM or 6:00 PM local time, Monday through Friday. Government offices and banks may have shorter hours. Many businesses close for lunch, especially in Southern European, Latin American, and Asian countries.
United States uses the US Dollar ($) as its official currency. The international dialing code is +1. Official languages include English, Spanish.