UTC to CST Time Converter
Convert Coordinated Universal Time to Central Time instantly.
Scroll the timeline to check any hour of the day.
Coordinated Universal Time
UTC
8:23
Central Time
CST
3:23
UTC is on standard time (UTC), while CST is on daylight savings (CDT) right now.
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How the UTC to CST time difference works
CST is 5 hours behind UTC. Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) is the global time standard the world sets its clocks by. Central Time (CST) is the US Central time zone. For example, 9:00 AM UTC is 4:00 AM CST. Scroll the timeline above to convert any moment, or use the chart below for a quick reference.
Time difference
5 hours
Daylight saving
CST only
UTC offset
UTC+0
CST offset
UTC-6
UTC to CST conversion chart
| Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) | Central Time (CST) |
|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 7:00 PM -1 day |
| 1:00 AM | 8:00 PM -1 day |
| 2:00 AM | 9:00 PM -1 day |
| 3:00 AM | 10:00 PM -1 day |
| 4:00 AM | 11:00 PM -1 day |
| 5:00 AM | 12:00 AM |
| 6:00 AM | 1:00 AM |
| 7:00 AM | 2:00 AM |
| 8:00 AM | 3:00 AM |
| 9:00 AM | 4:00 AM |
| 10:00 AM | 5:00 AM |
| 11:00 AM | 6:00 AM |
| 12:00 PM | 7:00 AM |
| 1:00 PM | 8:00 AM |
| 2:00 PM | 9:00 AM |
| 3:00 PM | 10:00 AM |
| 4:00 PM | 11:00 AM |
| 5:00 PM | 12:00 PM |
| 6:00 PM | 1:00 PM |
| 7:00 PM | 2:00 PM |
| 8:00 PM | 3:00 PM |
| 9:00 PM | 4:00 PM |
| 10:00 PM | 5:00 PM |
| 11:00 PM | 6:00 PM |
Best time to meet
A standard 9 to 5 workday overlaps from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM UTC (9:00 AM to 12:00 PM CST). Schedule inside that window to catch both coasts during business hours.
Cities in each time zone
Coordinated Universal Time (UTC)
ReykjavikAccraDakarAbidjanBamako
Central Time (CST)
ChicagoHoustonDallasAustinNew OrleansMinneapolis
UTC to CST questions
Is CST ahead of or behind UTC?
CST is 5 hours behind UTC. So 9:00 AM UTC is 4:00 AM CST, and 5:00 PM UTC is 12:00 PM CST.
What time is it in CST when it is 12:00 PM UTC?
When it is 12:00 PM (noon) UTC in Coordinated Universal Time, it is 7:00 AM CST in Central Time.
How many hours difference is there between UTC and CST?
There is a 5 hours difference. Central Time (CST) runs 5 hours behind Coordinated Universal Time (UTC).
Do UTC and CST observe daylight saving time?
Central Time observes daylight saving time but Coordinated Universal Time does not, so the difference between them changes by an hour twice a year.
What is the best time to schedule a meeting between UTC and CST?
A standard 9-to-5 workday overlaps from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM UTC (9:00 AM to 12:00 PM CST). Scheduling inside that window keeps the call during business hours in both Coordinated Universal Time and Central Time.
Which cities use UTC and CST?
Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) covers cities such as Reykjavik, Accra, Dakar, Abidjan, Bamako. Central Time (CST) covers cities such as Chicago, Houston, Dallas, Austin, New Orleans, Minneapolis.