Local Time Elgin, United States
Local Time: 17:55:33. Timezone: America/New_York (-05:00).
Sunrise: 06:57. Sunset: 18:15. Day Length: 11h 17m.
Daylight Saving Time: EST → EDT (March 8, 2026); EDT → EST (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
- Lugoff — 11.5 km
- Blythewood — 17.2 km
- Camden — 19.2 km
- Arcadia Lakes — 20.2 km
- Ridgeway — 21.5 km
- Forest Acres — 24.7 km
- Rembert — 25.5 km
- Columbia — 29.2 km
- Eastover — 33.9 km
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is it in Elgin?
The current local time in Elgin, United States is displayed above in real-time. Elgin uses the EST timezone (UTC-5).
Does Elgin observe daylight saving time?
Yes, Elgin observes daylight saving time. Clocks spring forward in March 2026 and fall back in November 2026.
When does the sun rise and set in Elgin?
Today in Elgin, sunrise is at 06:57 and sunset is at 18:15. The total day length is 11h 17m.
What is the UTC offset for Elgin?
Elgin is in the EST timezone with a UTC offset of UTC-5. The IANA timezone identifier is America/New_York.