Current Time in Kentucky, United States
Kentucky has more than one time zone. The main one (New York) is Eastern Standard Time – EST (UTC−5) right now.
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Time zones in Kentucky
| Time zone | Offset now | Local time | Main areas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Standard Time (EST) | UTC−5 | --:-- | New York, Philadelphia, Miami, Boston, Atlanta, Washington, D.C. |
| Central Standard Time (CST) | UTC−6 | --:-- | Chicago, Houston, Dallas, Minneapolis, San Antonio, St. Louis |
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Time zone of Kentucky
| Time zone | Eastern Standard Time |
|---|---|
| Abbreviation | EST |
| UTC offset | UTC−5 |
| IANA time zone id | America/New_York |
| Daylight saving time | Yes – UTC−5 in winter, UTC−4 in summer |
Time difference between Kentucky and other cities
Daylight saving time in Kentucky
2026
- 8 March 2026: Clocks go forward 1 hour at 01:59 local time, from EST (UTC−5) to EDT (UTC−4).
- 1 November 2026: Clocks go back 1 hour at 01:59 local time, from EDT (UTC−4) to EST (UTC−5).
2027
- 14 March 2027: Clocks go forward 1 hour at 01:59 local time, from EST (UTC−5) to EDT (UTC−4).
- 7 November 2027: Clocks go back 1 hour at 01:59 local time, from EDT (UTC−4) to EST (UTC−5).
Kentucky time FAQ
What time is it in Kentucky right now?
Kentucky is on EST (UTC−5). The live clock at the top of this page shows the current local time in Kentucky, updated every second.
What time zone is Kentucky in?
Kentucky uses 2 time zones: EST, CST. The main zone is Eastern Standard Time (America/New_York).
Does Kentucky observe daylight saving time?
Yes. The next change is on 14 Mar 2027, when clocks go forward one hour from EST to EDT.
What is the time difference between Kentucky and Los Angeles?
Los Angeles is 3 hours behind Kentucky.
Cities in Kentucky
Updated 6 November 2026. Time zone data: IANA tz database.