Local Time Lancaster, United States
Local Time: 16:44:17. Timezone: America/New_York (-05:00).
Sunrise: 06:57. Sunset: 18:14. Day Length: 11h 16m.
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
- Fort Lawn — 11.9 km
- Van Wyck — 16.8 km
- Heath Springs — 16.6 km
- Great Falls — 20.1 km
- Waxhaw — 22.8 km
- Mineral Springs — 25.9 km
- Richburg — 22.7 km
- Kershaw — 25.4 km
- Indian Land — 32.2 km
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is it in Lancaster?
The current local time in Lancaster, United States is displayed above in real-time. Lancaster uses the EST timezone (UTC-5).
Does Lancaster observe daylight saving time?
Yes, Lancaster observes daylight saving time. Clocks spring forward in March 2026 and fall back in November 2026.
When does the sun rise and set in Lancaster?
Today in Lancaster, sunrise is at 06:57 and sunset is at 18:14. The total day length is 11h 16m.
What is the UTC offset for Lancaster?
Lancaster is in the EST timezone with a UTC offset of UTC-5. The IANA timezone identifier is America/New_York.