Your TimeLOCAL
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Eastern TimeET
1:40:06AM
UTC-4EDT
Central TimeCT
12:40:06AM
UTC-5CDT
Mountain TimeMT
11:40:06PM
UTC-6MDT
Pacific TimePT
10:40:06PM
UTC-7PDT
ARUS State Time Guide
What time zone is Arkansas in?
Arkansas is entirely located in the Central Time Zone (CT, UTC-6 standard, UTC-5 daylight). Arkansas observes Daylight Saving Time from the second Sunday in March to the first Sunday in November.
Current Local Time in Arkansas
12:40:06AM
CDTUTC-5• DST Active
Primary ZoneCentral TimeCST / CDT
UTC OffsetUTC-6Daylight: UTC-5
Capital CityLittle RockState Seat
Daylight SavingObservedMar – Nov
Major Cities & Metro Areas in Arkansas
Little RockAR
CDTFayettevilleAR
CDTFort SmithAR
CDTSpringdaleAR
CDTJonesboroAR
CDTNeighboring States & Time Zones
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Frequently Asked Questions About Arkansas Time Zone
Official answers regarding Arkansas local clocks, daylight saving rules, and split regions.
What time zone is Arkansas in?▼
Arkansas is entirely located in the Central Time Zone (CT, UTC-6 standard, UTC-5 daylight). Arkansas observes Daylight Saving Time from the second Sunday in March to the first Sunday in November.
Does Arkansas observe Daylight Saving Time?▼
Yes, Arkansas observes Daylight Saving Time. Clocks advance one hour on the second Sunday of March and fall back one hour on the first Sunday of November.
What is the current time in Little Rock, Arkansas?▼
The capital of Arkansas is Little Rock, located in the Central Time (CST/CDT).