What Time Is It in Houston, Texas Right Now?
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Understanding Houston Time
Houston is in the Central Time Zone (CT). That means the current time in Houston switches between standard and daylight saving time during the year.
- Central Standard Time (CST) — UTC−6 during winter
- Central Daylight Time (CDT) — UTC−5 during daylight saving time
Yes, Houston follows daylight saving time. Clocks move ahead one hour in March and go back in November.
How Houston Time Compares to Other Cities
- New York is 1 hour ahead of Houston
- Los Angeles is 2 hours behind Houston
- London is usually 6 hours ahead of Houston
- Tokyo is either 14 or 15 hours ahead, depending on the season
Tips for Calling or Planning Around Houston Time
- Most people start work around 8 or 9 AM local time
- Try not to call before 7 AM or after 10 PM Houston time
- School days usually begin between 7:30 AM and 8:30 AM
Time Zone Details for Houston
- Time Zone: Central Time (CT)
- Abbreviations: CST (Standard), CDT (Daylight)
- Daylight Saving Starts: Second Sunday in March
- Daylight Saving Ends: First Sunday in November
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