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Current Time in Washington DC, United States
The live clock below shows the current local time in Washington DC, United States. It follows the America/New York time zone and supported daylight-saving changes automatically.
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About the time in Washington DC
Washington DC uses America/New York. 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 Washington DC, United States right now?
The live clock on this page shows the current local time in Washington DC and updates every second.
What time zone is Washington DC in?
Washington DC uses the America/New York time zone.
Does the Washington DC clock adjust for daylight-saving time?
The clock uses current browser time-zone information and automatically follows supported daylight-saving changes for Washington DC.
How accurate is the time shown for Washington DC?
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 Washington DC time page?
Yes. This page has its own address, so you can copy the URL and share the current-time page for Washington DC.