Current Local Time in Washington D.C.
Washington D.C., United States (EST)
Saturday, January 24, 2026
Washington D.C. 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 Washington D.C.
☀️Climate
Humid subtropical with hot summers (25-32°C) and cool winters (0-8°C). Famous cherry blossoms in spring.
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📍About Washington D.C. Time Zone
Washington D.C. is located in the America/New York time zone (UTC-5). As a significant city in United States, Washington D.C. serves as an important hub for business, tourism, and international communication. The local time in Washington D.C. is same time as New York.
When planning calls or meetings with Washington D.C., consider that standard business hours are typically Government hours 9 AM to 5 PM. Smithsonian museums open 10 AM to 5:30 PM (FREE admission). Happy hour culture strong. local time. Washington D.C. observes Daylight Saving Time, which means the time difference with other locations may vary by one hour depending on the season.
Washington D.C. has a population of approximately 690K (6.4M in the metro area). The local currency is the US Dollar ($). To call Washington D.C. from abroad, use the country code +1 202. The primary language spoken is English.
For travelers and remote workers coordinating across time zones, Washington D.C. time is same time as New York, and 5 hours behind London. This makes Washington D.C. ideal for coordinating with North and South American partners. Use our Meeting Planner to find the best overlap times.
Quick Facts: Washington D.C. Time
- • Time Zone: America/New_York (UTC-5)
- • Daylight Saving: Observed
- • Country: United States (US)
- • Coordinates: 38.91°, -77.04°
- • Calling Code: +1 202