UTC to CDT Converter

Convert between Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) and Central Daylight Time (CDT).

UTC

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CDT (Central Daylight Time)

UTC to CDT Converter
CDT to UTC Converter
UTC (Coordinated Universal Time)
  • Offset: UTC+0 (no offset)
  • Description: The primary time standard by which the world regulates clocks and time
  • Usage: Used as the reference for all other time zones
  • Countries: Used worldwide as the standard reference
CDT (Central Daylight Time)
  • Offset: UTC-5 (5 hours behind UTC)
  • Countries: United States, Canada, Mexico
  • Major Cities: Chicago, Dallas, Houston, New Orleans, Mexico City
  • Region: Central Time Zone (Daylight Saving)
  • DST Period: Second Sunday in March to First Sunday in November
Key Difference: Central Daylight Time (CDT) is 5 hours behind Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). This means when it's 12:00 PM UTC, it's 7:00 AM CDT.

Time Difference between UTC and CDT

Central Daylight Time (CDT) is 5 hours behind Coordinated Universal Time.

UTC-5

CDT is 5 hours behind UTC

DST Active

Daylight saving time is observed

Seasonal

Changes to CST in winter

UTC to CDT Conversion Chart

12-Hour Format
UTC Time CDT Time
12:00 AM07:00 PM (Previous Day)
01:00 AM08:00 PM (Previous Day)
02:00 AM09:00 PM (Previous Day)
03:00 AM10:00 PM (Previous Day)
04:00 AM11:00 PM (Previous Day)
05:00 AM12:00 AM (Midnight)
06:00 AM01:00 AM
07:00 AM02:00 AM
08:00 AM03:00 AM
09:00 AM04:00 AM
10:00 AM05:00 AM
11:00 AM06:00 AM
12:00 PM07:00 AM
01:00 PM08:00 AM
02:00 PM09:00 AM
03:00 PM10:00 AM
04:00 PM11:00 AM
05:00 PM12:00 PM (Noon)
06:00 PM01:00 PM
07:00 PM02:00 PM
08:00 PM03:00 PM
09:00 PM04:00 PM
10:00 PM05:00 PM
11:00 PM06:00 PM
24-Hour Format
UTC Time CDT Time
00:0019:00 (Previous Day)
01:0020:00 (Previous Day)
02:0021:00 (Previous Day)
03:0022:00 (Previous Day)
04:0023:00 (Previous Day)
05:0000:00
06:0001:00
07:0002:00
08:0003:00
09:0004:00
10:0005:00
11:0006:00
12:0007:00
13:0008:00
14:0009:00
15:0010:00
16:0011:00
17:0012:00
18:0013:00
19:0014:00
20:0015:00
21:0016:00
22:0017:00
23:0018:00

About Central Daylight Time (CDT)

Geographic Coverage

CDT covers the central regions of North America during daylight saving time:

  • United States: Texas, Illinois, Missouri, Louisiana, Arkansas, Iowa, Minnesota, Wisconsin, North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas, Oklahoma
  • Canada: Manitoba, Saskatchewan (most), Nunavut (central), Ontario (western)
  • Mexico: Most of Mexico, including Mexico City
  • Major Cities: Chicago, Dallas, Houston, New Orleans, Minneapolis, Kansas City, Mexico City
Business and Economy

CDT is important for:

  • Financial Markets: Chicago Board of Trade, Chicago Mercantile Exchange
  • Energy Sector: Oil and gas industry in Texas and Louisiana
  • Agriculture: Major farming regions in the Midwest
  • Technology: Growing tech hubs in Dallas and Austin
Daylight Saving Time
  • Start Date: Second Sunday in March at 2:00 AM
  • End Date: First Sunday in November at 2:00 AM
  • Duration: Approximately 8 months (March-November)
  • Winter Time: Changes to Central Standard Time (CST, UTC-6)
Cultural and Lifestyle
  • Work Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM typical business hours
  • Climate: Varied from hot summers to cold winters
  • Sports: Major professional sports teams in Chicago, Dallas, Houston
  • Entertainment: Music, arts, and cultural events
Note: Central Daylight Time (CDT) is only observed during daylight saving time. During winter months, the same region observes Central Standard Time (CST), which is UTC-6.

Quick Reference

Business Hours

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM CDT
Typical Central Time workday

Stock Markets

8:30 AM - 3:00 PM CDT
Central Time trading hours

Peak Hours

7:00 AM - 9:00 AM CDT
Morning rush hour

Daylight Saving Time Information

2024 DST Schedule
  • Spring Forward: March 10, 2024 at 2:00 AM CST → 3:00 AM CDT
  • Fall Back: November 3, 2024 at 2:00 AM CDT → 1:00 AM CST
  • Total DST Period: 238 days
  • Standard Time Period: 127 days
DST Impact
  • Energy Savings: Extended daylight in evenings
  • Health Effects: Sleep pattern adjustments
  • Economic Impact: Retail and tourism benefits
  • Technology: Automatic clock adjustments