Current Time in Alberta, Canada
Alberta is on Mountain Daylight Time – MDT (UTC−6) right now. Alberta does not observe daylight saving time.
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· Alberta
America/Edmonton
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Time zone of Alberta
| Time zone | Mountain Daylight Time |
|---|---|
| Abbreviation | MDT |
| UTC offset | UTC−6 |
| IANA time zone id | America/Edmonton |
| Daylight saving time | Not observed |
Time difference between Alberta and other cities
Daylight saving time in Alberta
Alberta does not observe daylight saving time. The clocks stay on UTC−6 all year, so conversions never shift.
Alberta time FAQ
What time is it in Alberta right now?
Alberta is on MDT (UTC−6). The live clock at the top of this page shows the current local time in Alberta, updated every second.
What time zone is Alberta in?
Alberta is in Mountain Daylight Time, abbreviated MDT, UTC−6. Its IANA time zone id is America/Edmonton.
Does Alberta observe daylight saving time?
No. Alberta stays on UTC−6 all year.
What is the time difference between Alberta and New York?
New York is 1 hour ahead of Alberta.
Cities in Alberta
Updated 6 November 2026. Time zone data: IANA tz database.