Local Time Gainesville, United States
Local Time: 14:05:06. Timezone: America/New_York (-05:00).
Sunrise: 07:05. Sunset: 18:29. Day Length: 11h 23m.
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
- Oakwood — 9.6 km
- Flowery Branch — 15.6 km
- Lula — 17.6 km
- Clermont — 20.5 km
- Gillsville — 17.6 km
- Braselton — 21.7 km
- Pendergrass — 20.2 km
- Hoschton — 23.1 km
- Mulberry — 26.5 km
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is it in Gainesville?
The current local time in Gainesville, United States is displayed above in real-time. Gainesville uses the EST timezone (UTC-5).
Does Gainesville observe daylight saving time?
Yes, Gainesville observes daylight saving time. Clocks spring forward in March 2026 and fall back in November 2026.
When does the sun rise and set in Gainesville?
Today in Gainesville, sunrise is at 07:05 and sunset is at 18:29. The total day length is 11h 23m.
What is the UTC offset for Gainesville?
Gainesville is in the EST timezone with a UTC offset of UTC-5. The IANA timezone identifier is America/New_York.