Current Time in Detroit, Michigan
Check the current time in Detroit, including its time zone, UTC offset, and daylight saving status. Use this page to quickly plan calls, travel, or meetings with people in Detroit.
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
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About Time in Detroit
Detroit follows Eastern Time (ET). The Motor City observes EST (UTC-5) in winter and EDT (UTC-4) in summer. Detroit is a major manufacturing and cultural center.
The current time in Detroit is displayed above and updates every second. Today in Detroit, the sun rises at approximately 6:36 AM and sets at approximately 8:27 PM. The current date is Wednesday, August 12, 2026. Whether you're scheduling a meeting across time zones, planning travel to Detroit, or simply curious about the local time, NowTimeHub provides accurate, real-time information for Detroit, Michigan and hundreds of other cities worldwide.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Detroit observe Daylight Saving Time?
Yes, Detroit observes Daylight Saving Time.
What time zone is Detroit in?
Detroit is in the America/Detroit time zone with an offset of GMT-04:00 from UTC.
What time is sunrise and sunset in Detroit?
Today, sunrise in Detroit is at approximately 6:36 AM and sunset at approximately 8:27 PM. Times vary throughout the year.
What is the current time in Detroit?
The current time in Detroit 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