Zone Name
Central Daylight Time (CDT)
18.6°
Live Global Time
Current time in Chicago
Live local time in Chicago, Illinois, United States. Updated every second with timezone and daylight details.
UTC Offset
UTC -5
DST starts
Mar 8, 2026
DST ends
Nov 1, 2026
Difference
−5 h
Analog Clock
12
3
6
9
Sun & Moon
New Moon
0% Illuminated
Day Length: --h --m
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Sunset
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Moonrise
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Chicago Time Guide
This world clock page gives you a live second-by-second time view for Chicago, plus sunrise, sunset, moon phase, and timezone details.
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Quick FAQ
What time is it right now in Chicago?
The current local time in Chicago updates live on this page. The timezone is Central Daylight Time (CDT), with a UTC offset of UTC -5.
What timezone is Chicago in?
Chicago currently uses the Central Daylight Time (CDT) timezone (UTC -5). The offset can change when daylight saving starts or ends.
What are today's sunrise and sunset times in Chicago?
You can find today's sunrise and sunset times for Chicago in the Sun & Moon section, together with day length and moon details.
Does Chicago observe daylight saving time?
This page shows whether Chicago observes DST this year, including the next start and end dates when applicable, next to the live clock metrics.
How can I compare nearby cities in Illinois?
Use the Nearby Cities list for Illinois to quickly switch between cities and compare local times and daylight conditions.
Nearby Cities
Live local time in Chicago, Illinois, United States. Updated every second with timezone and daylight details.
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