What Time Zone Is Tamaulipas?
Tamaulipas uses 2 time zones: CST (UTC−6), CST (UTC−6). Reynosa is on CST.
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· Tamaulipas — main zone
America/Matamoros
Time zones in Tamaulipas
| Time zone | Offset now | Local time | Main areas |
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| Central Standard Time (CST) | UTC−6 | --:-- | Reynosa, Matamoros, Nuevo Laredo, Piedras Negras |
| Central Standard Time (CST) | UTC−6 | --:-- | Monterrey, Torreon, Saltillo, Tampico, Durango, Gomez Palacio |
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Main time zone of Tamaulipas
| Time zone | Central Standard Time |
|---|---|
| Abbreviation | CST |
| UTC offset | UTC−6 |
| IANA time zone id | America/Matamoros |
| Daylight saving time | Yes – UTC−6 in winter, UTC−5 in summer |
Daylight saving time in Tamaulipas
2026
- 8 March 2026: Clocks go forward 1 hour at 01:59 local time, from CST (UTC−6) to CDT (UTC−5).
- 1 November 2026: Clocks go back 1 hour at 01:59 local time, from CDT (UTC−5) to CST (UTC−6).
2027
- 14 March 2027: Clocks go forward 1 hour at 01:59 local time, from CST (UTC−6) to CDT (UTC−5).
- 7 November 2027: Clocks go back 1 hour at 01:59 local time, from CDT (UTC−5) to CST (UTC−6).
Tamaulipas time zone FAQ
What time zone is Tamaulipas in?
Tamaulipas spans 2 time zones: CST (UTC−6), CST (UTC−6).
Which areas of Tamaulipas use each time zone?
CST: Reynosa, Matamoros, Nuevo Laredo, Piedras Negras. CST: Monterrey, Torreon, Saltillo, Tampico
Does all of Tamaulipas observe daylight saving time?
No. CST change, while CST stay the same all year.
Updated 7 November 2026. Time zone data: IANA tz database.