Time in Houston
Houston, United States • North America
Timezone
America/Chicago
-6/-5 (CST/CDT)
Daylight Saving
Observes DST (Second Sunday in March to First Sunday in November)
Population
2,320,000
Currency
US Dollar (USD)
Time Difference from Major US Cities
Houston Location
Flight Times from US Cities
Direct flight times to Houston from major American cities
About Houston
Current time in Houston, Texas's largest city and space exploration center.
Climate
Humid subtropical climate with hot summers and mild winters
Language
English
Popular Attractions
- NASA Johnson Space Center
- Houston Museum District
- Buffalo Bayou Park
- Houston Zoo
- Theater District
- Galveston Island
Current Season
Current season in Houston
Time in Houston - Complete Guide
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Houston Timezone Information
Houston operates in the America/Chicago timezone with a UTC offset of -6/-5 (CST/CDT). Observes DST (Second Sunday in March to First Sunday in November)
Best Time to Call Houston
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Travel to Houston
Planning a trip to Houston? The flight times section above shows direct flight durations from major US airports. Houston experiences a Humid subtropical climate with hot summers and mild winters, so pack accordingly for your visit.