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