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Current Time in Houston, United States
The live clock below shows the current local time in Houston, United States. It follows the America/Chicago time zone and supported daylight-saving changes automatically.
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Houston uses America/Chicago. Use the controls above to switch clock styles, compare 12-hour and 24-hour time, or discover other places currently sharing the same clock time.
Frequently asked questions
What time is it in Houston, United States right now?
The live clock on this page shows the current local time in Houston and updates every second.
What time zone is Houston in?
Houston uses the America/Chicago time zone.
Does the Houston clock adjust for daylight-saving time?
The clock uses current browser time-zone information and automatically follows supported daylight-saving changes for Houston.
How accurate is the time shown for Houston?
The clock is calculated from your device time and the selected IANA time zone. A device with the correct system time should show the correct local time.
Can I switch between 12-hour and 24-hour time?
Yes. Use the 12-hour and 24-hour control above the clock to change the display format.
Can I share the Houston time page?
Yes. This page has its own address, so you can copy the URL and share the current-time page for Houston.