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.
Mexico City Time Zone
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
Mexico City Stock Exchange Hours
Local Exchange
BMV (Bolsa Mexicana de Valores)
- Regular session (Mexico City local time)
- 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Need to Schedule a Call to Mexico City?
Find the perfect overlap time between your timezone and Mexico City. Our calculator shows when business hours align.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about Mexico City time