Current Time in New Orleans, US
New Orleans uses the America/Chicago timezone, currently CDT (UTC-5). New Orleans is currently on daylight saving time (UTC-5). Outside the daylight saving period it runs on UTC-6.
Sunrise and Sunset in New Orleans
Today in New Orleans the sun rises at 6:43am and sets at 7:09pm local time. First usable light (civil dawn) is around 6:19am, and it stays light until about 7:33pm.
Time Difference From New Orleans
When it is noon in New Orleans, here is the time in other major cities. Offsets reflect the current date, including daylight saving where it applies.
Frequently Asked Questions
What timezone is New Orleans in?
New Orleans, US is in the America/Chicago timezone. The current abbreviation is CDT, which is UTC-5.
Does New Orleans observe daylight saving time?
New Orleans is currently on daylight saving time (UTC-5). Outside the daylight saving period it runs on UTC-6.
How do I schedule a meeting with someone in New Orleans?
Pick a time in the table above where both sides land inside working hours, or use the Overlap Zones tool to compare working hours across several cities at once.