Current Time in Austin, Texas
Check the current time in Austin, including its time zone, UTC offset, and daylight saving status. Use this page to quickly plan calls, travel, or meetings with people in Austin.
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
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About Time in Austin
Austin, the capital of Texas, operates on Central Time (CT). Known for its vibrant music scene and tech industry growth, Austin observes CST (UTC-6) in winter and CDT (UTC-5) in summer.
The current time in Austin is displayed above and updates every second. Today in Austin, the sun rises at approximately 6:55 AM and sets at approximately 8:06 PM. The current date is Wednesday, August 12, 2026. Whether you're scheduling a meeting across time zones, planning travel to Austin, or simply curious about the local time, NowTimeHub provides accurate, real-time information for Austin, Texas and hundreds of other cities worldwide.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Austin observe Daylight Saving Time?
Yes, Austin observes Daylight Saving Time.
What time zone is Austin in?
Austin is in the America/Chicago time zone with an offset of GMT-05:00 from UTC.
What time is sunrise and sunset in Austin?
Today, sunrise in Austin is at approximately 6:55 AM and sunset at approximately 8:06 PM. Times vary throughout the year.
What is the current time in Austin?
The current time in Austin is shown in the live clock above. This page updates every second to show the accurate local time.
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Last updated: August 2026