Quick facts
- Dallas is 6:00 behind GMT right now
- Dallas's time zone is Central Time
What Time Is It In Dallas?
What is the current time in Dallas, Texas
The current time in Dallas, Texas is
1:04 AM
The date is November 22, 2024
What Time Zone is Dallas, Texas In?
Dallas is in Central Time time zone, also sometimes abbreviated to CT. There are many cities and states in this time zone. This time zone consists of two "sub" time zones: CST and CDT. It is one or the other, depending on the time of year. In CT, clocks are typically moved forward and backwards anually (once forward and once backward every year).
| Timezone | Pacific | Mountain | Central | Eastern |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GMT Offset | -8:00 | -7:00 | -6:00 | -5:00 |
| 12-hour time | 2:04 AM | 1:04 AM | 12:04 AM | 11:04 PM |
| 24-hour time | 02:04 | 01:04 | 00:04 | 23:04 |
| Military time | 0204 | 0104 | 0004 | 2304 |
Dallas Seasons
Dallas experiences mild springs, hot and humid summers, mild falls, and cool winters with occasional freezing temperatures and snow. Unique traditions and events include the State Fair of Texas, Dallas Blooms at the Arboretum, and the Dallas Holiday Parade. Dallas has longer daylight hours in the summer and shorter daylight hours in the winter. Compared to other cities in Texas, Dallas is closer to Fort Worth and has a larger airport with more flight options. Even if you're a Cowboys fan...GO BIRDS!
Spring
- Average temperature: 60-80°F
- Climate: Mild with occasional thunderstorms
- Unique traditions/events: Dallas Blooms at the Arboretum, Deep Ellum Arts Festival
- Average daylight: 12-14 hours
Summer
- Average temperature: 80-100°F
- Climate: Hot and humid with occasional thunderstorms
- Unique traditions/events: Taste of Dallas, Dallas Margarita Festival
- Average daylight: 14-15 hours
Fall
- Average temperature: 60-80°F
- Climate: Mild with occasional rain
- Unique traditions/events: State Fair of Texas, Texas Veggie Fair
- Average daylight: 11-13 hours
Winter
- Average temperature: 40-60°F
- Climate: Cool with occasional freezing temperatures and snow
- Unique traditions/events: Dallas Holiday Parade, Vitruvian Lights
- Average daylight: 10-11 hours
Dallas is a vibrant city located in the northern part of Texas, in the Central Time Zone. It is 6 hours behind Coordinated Universal Time (UTC-6). The nearest timezone border is approximately 70 miles away, and it is in the Mountain Time Zone. The travel time to neighboring states is relatively short, with Oklahoma being only 3 hours away, and Louisiana being 4 hours away. Some of the neighboring cities include Fort Worth, Plano, and Arlington. If someone were to drive from Dallas to the opposite coast of America, it would take approximately 30 hours. Learn more about traveling to Dallas and explore all the exciting things this city has to offer.
| Destination | Distance (miles) | Time (hours) | Timezone Change (hours) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yosemite National Park | 1,400 | 28 | -2 |
| White House in Washington D.C. | 1,200 | 24 | -1 |
| Denali National Park | 3,700 | 74 | -4 |
| Las Vegas Strip | 1,050 | 21 | -2 |
| Citizens Bank Park | 1,200 | 24 | -1 |
| Niagara Falls | 1,300 | 26 | -1 |
| Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco | 1,500 | 30 | -2 |
| Yellowstone | 1,100 | 22 | -1 |
| Manhattan | 1,400 | 28 | -1 |
| Grand Canyon | 1,000 | 20 | -1 |
Other times in the United States
The United States has four main time zones and six time zones including Alaska and Hawaii. Time can span between six hours and range from -5 UTC hours to -10 UTC, making time in Dallas change by a 6 hour time frame in the United States. Here are the most popular current times across the USA.
| City | State | Timezone | 12-hour time | 24 hour time | Military time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York City | New York | Eastern Time | 6:24 PM | 18:24 | 1824 |
| Philadelphia | Pennsylvania | Eastern Time | 6:24 PM | 18:24 | 1824 |
| Boston | Massachusetts | Eastern Time | 6:24 PM | 18:24 | 1824 |
| Chicago | Illinois | Central Time | 5:24 PM | 17:24 | 1724 |
| Phoenix | Arizona | Mountain Time | 3:24 PM | 15:24 | 1524 |
| Los Angeles | California | Pacific Time | 3:24 PM | 15:24 | 1524 |