What Timezone is Texas?

Texas spans two time zones: most of the state uses Central Time, while El Paso and the western tip use Mountain Time.

Most of Texas follows Central Time. El Paso and far west Texas follow Mountain Time.

Central Time

CTUTC-6 / UTC-5

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Major Cities

Mountain Time

MTUTC-7 / UTC-6

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Major Cities

Frequently Asked Questions

What timezone is Texas in?

Texas spans 2 time zones: Central Time and Mountain Time.

Does Texas observe Daylight Saving Time?

Yes, Texas observes Daylight Saving Time. Clocks spring forward in March and fall back in November.

What is the UTC offset for Texas?

Central Time: UTC-6 / UTC-5. Mountain Time: UTC-7 / UTC-6.

All Cities in Texas

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