What Time Is It In Lincoln?

What is the current time in Lincoln, Nebraska

The current time in Lincoln, Nebraska is

9:30 PM

The date is November 21, 2024

Quick facts

Lincoln is 6:00 behind GMT right now
Lincoln's time zone is Central Time

What Time Zone is Lincoln, Nebraska In?

Lincoln 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	10:30 PM	9:30 PM	8:30 PM	7:30 PM
24-hour time	22:30	21:30	20:30	19:30
Military time	2230	2130	2030	1930

Compared to other cities in Nebraska, Lincoln offers a unique blend of urban and natural attractions. The city is home to several historical monuments and ideal tourist attractions, including the Nebraska State Capitol and the Sunken Gardens. These attractions are within a short driving distance from the city's suburbs, with a travel time of approximately 20-30 minutes to three popular suburbs: Waverly, Hickman, and Seward. Go Skers!!!

Spring

Average temperature: 50-70°F
Climate: Mild with occasional rain showers
Unique traditions and events: Annual Arbor Day Celebration, Lincoln Marathon
Average daylight: 12-14 hours

Summer

Average temperature: 70-90°F
Climate: Hot and humid
Unique traditions and events: Nebraska Folk & Roots Festival, Stransky Park Concert Series
Average daylight: 14-16 hours

Fall

Average temperature: 40-60°F
Climate: Cool with occasional rain and snow
Unique traditions and events: Lincoln Calling Music Festival, Haymarket Farmers' Market
Average daylight: 10-12 hours

Winter

Average temperature: 10-30°F
Climate: Cold with occasional snow and ice
Unique traditions and events: Holiday Lights at the Zoo, Ice Skating at the Railyard
Average daylight: 8-10 hours

Lincoln is a city located in the eastern part of Nebraska, in the Central Time Zone. It is 6 hours behind Coordinated Universal Time (UTC-6). The nearest timezone border is approximately 50 miles to the east, which would put you in the Eastern Time Zone. The respective travel time to the nearest states are: 1 hour and 45 minutes to Omaha, Nebraska; 2 hours and 45 minutes to Kansas City, Missouri; and 3 hours and 45 minutes to Denver, Colorado. The neighboring cities of Lincoln are: Waverly, Hickman, and Seward. If you were to drive from Lincoln to the opposite coast of America, it would take approximately 30 hours. Learn more about traveling to Lincoln and discover all the amazing things this city has to offer.

City	Distance (miles)	Drive Time (hours)	Timezone Change (hours)
Yosemite National Park	1,775	35.5	-2
White House in Washington D.C.	1,000	20	-1
Denali National Park	3,200	64	+3
Las Vegas Strip	1,400	28	-2
Citizens Bank Park	1,000	20	-1
Niagara Falls	700	14	-1
Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco	2,100	42	-2
Yellowstone	1,100	22	-1
Manhattan	1,100	22	-1
Grand Canyon	1,400	28	-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 Lincoln 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

Fast Facts About Lincoln

What time zone is Lincoln in?

Lincoln is in the Central Time time zone

What is Lincoln time compared to UTC?

UTC or Coordinated Universal Time is the global time standard, and Lincoln is offset by -6:00.