Local Time: 13:07:23. Timezone: America/Halifax (-03:00).
Sunrise: 06:39. Sunset: 19:51. Day Length: 13h 12m.
Daylight Saving Time: AST → ADT (March 8, 2026); ADT → AST (November 1, 2026).
Upcoming Holidays
- May 25 — Victoria Day
- July 1 — Canada Day
- August 3 — Civic Holiday
- September 7 — Labour Day
- October 12 — Thanksgiving
Nearby Cities
- Dartmouth — 3.7 km
- Fergusons Cove — 6.1 km
- Shearwater — 5.5 km
- Herring Cove — 8.9 km
- Harrietsfield — 8.8 km
- Beechville — 7.4 km
- Montague Gold Mines — 9.7 km
- Cole Harbour — 8.3 km
- Eastern Passage — 8.7 km
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is it in Halifax?
The current local time in Halifax, Canada is displayed above in real-time. Halifax uses the ADT timezone (UTC-3).
Does Halifax observe daylight saving time?
Yes, Halifax observes daylight saving time. Clocks spring forward in March 2026 and fall back in November 2026.
When does the sun rise and set in Halifax?
Today in Halifax, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset is at 19:51. The total day length is 13h 12m.
What is the UTC offset for Halifax?
Halifax is in the ADT timezone with a UTC offset of UTC-3. The IANA timezone identifier is America/Halifax.