Local Time Columbus, United States
Local Time: 12:59:10. Timezone: America/Chicago (-06:00).
Sunrise: 06:53. Sunset: 18:24. Day Length: 11h 30m.
Daylight Saving Time: CST → CDT (March 8, 2026); CDT → CST (November 1, 2026).
Upcoming Holidays
- May 25 — Memorial Day
- June 19 — Juneteenth
- July 4 — Independence Day
- September 7 — Labor Day
- October 12 — Columbus Day
Nearby Cities
- Glidden — 4.7 km
- Alleyton — 5.1 km
- Rock Island — 19.8 km
- New Ulm — 21.0 km
- Ellinger — 21.7 km
- Eagle Lake — 24.0 km
- Fayetteville — 25.6 km
- Weimar — 23.3 km
- Sheridan — 26.9 km
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is it in Columbus?
The current local time in Columbus, United States is displayed above in real-time. Columbus uses the CST timezone (UTC-6).
Does Columbus observe daylight saving time?
Yes, Columbus observes daylight saving time. Clocks spring forward in March 2026 and fall back in November 2026.
When does the sun rise and set in Columbus?
Today in Columbus, sunrise is at 06:53 and sunset is at 18:24. The total day length is 11h 30m.
What is the UTC offset for Columbus?
Columbus is in the CST timezone with a UTC offset of UTC-6. The IANA timezone identifier is America/Chicago.