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Current Time in Mexico City, Mexico

Check the current local time in Mexico City, Mexico. Mexico City uses the America/Mexico_City time zone, with CST (UTC -6:00) during standard time.

Sunrise today
5:58 PM
Sunset today
7:13 AM
Day length
13h 14m
Population
9.2 M
Coordinates: 19.4326° N, -99.1332° E · Elevation: 2240 m · Sun data calculated for today, June 4, 2026
Mexico City, Mexico — Live Clock
3:46:44 PM
CST Live timezone
Wednesday, June 3, 2026

Mexico City Time Zone

Time Zone

America/Mexico_City

Mexico City, Mexico

Current zone: CST

Source: IANA Time Zone Database

Standard Time

CST

UTC -6:00

Used outside daylight saving time

Daylight Time

Not Observed

Year-round standard time

Next DST Change

No DST change

Standard time year-round

No seasonal offset changes

About Mexico City Time: CST & CDT

Mexico City is located in Mexico and uses the America/Mexico_City time zone. For anyone coordinating calls or meetings internationally, the key question is rarely "what time is it" — it's which hours in Mexico City overlap with your own working day. Use the world clock comparison further down the page to see at a glance how Mexico City aligns with other major cities.

Scheduling tip: Always reference a city name in calendar invites rather than a fixed UTC offset. Calendar apps like Google Calendar and Outlook will automatically adjust for any clock changes on both ends, so your meeting stays at the intended local time for everyone involved.

Mexico City vs Major Cities

UTC UTC -6:00
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London UTC +1:00
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New York UTC -4:00
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Singapore UTC +8:00
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Dubai UTC +4:00
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Tokyo UTC +9:00
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Mumbai UTC +5:30
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Mexico City Stock Exchange Hours

Local Exchange

BMV (Bolsa Mexicana de Valores)

MXN
Regular session (Mexico City local time)
8:30 AM – 3:00 PM

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Mexico City time

What time is it in Mexico City right now?

The live clock at the top of this page shows the exact current local time in Mexico City, Mexico, updated every second. Right now, Mexico City is on CST with a UTC offset of UTC -6:00. The time updates automatically — no need to refresh the page.

What timezone is Mexico City in?

Mexico City uses the America/Mexico_City timezone, fixed at CST (UTC -6:00) year-round with no daylight saving time. The offset never changes, making Mexico City a predictable anchor for international scheduling.

How many hours ahead or behind is Mexico City?

Mexico City is currently UTC -6:00 from UTC. The offset is fixed year-round — always check the live clock above for the current difference.

Does Mexico City observe daylight saving time?

No. Mexico City stays on CST (UTC -6:00) year-round — no seasonal clock changes. This means the time difference between Mexico City and cities that do observe DST will shift by one hour each spring and autumn when those cities change their clocks.

Is Mexico City on CST or CDT right now?

Mexico City is always on CST (UTC -6:00) — no daylight saving time. The offset is stable year-round, so Mexico City is easy to schedule with. However, if you are calling from a city that observes DST, your local offset to Mexico City will shift by one hour twice a year.

What is the best time to call Mexico City from New York?

The best call window from New York to Mexico City depends on the current offset. Mexico City is currently UTC -6:00 from UTC. Aim for a time when both cities are comfortably within 9:00 AM–5:00 PM — use the time difference table on this page to find the current gap.