Local Time Ocala, United States
Local Time: 04:46:57. Timezone: America/New_York (-05:00).
Sunrise: 06:54. Sunset: 18:27. Day Length: 11h 33m.
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
- Belleview — 16.4 km
- Ocala Estates — 16.6 km
- Reddick — 20.7 km
- Citra — 25.1 km
- The Villages — 31.7 km
- Rainbow Springs — 31.8 km
- Wildwood — 37.0 km
- Lady Lake — 36.6 km
- Dunnellon — 34.8 km
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is it in Ocala?
The current local time in Ocala, United States is displayed above in real-time. Ocala uses the EST timezone (UTC-5).
Does Ocala observe daylight saving time?
Yes, Ocala observes daylight saving time. Clocks spring forward in March 2026 and fall back in November 2026.
When does the sun rise and set in Ocala?
Today in Ocala, sunrise is at 06:54 and sunset is at 18:27. The total day length is 11h 33m.
What is the UTC offset for Ocala?
Ocala is in the EST timezone with a UTC offset of UTC-5. The IANA timezone identifier is America/New_York.