CST Time Zone

About Central Standard Time (CST)

Central Standard Time is used in the central United States, parts of Canada, and Mexico during winter months.

Time Offset

Central Standard Time is UTC-6 from Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). During Daylight Saving Time, it becomes UTC-5 (CDT).

Major Cities

Major cities that observe CST include: New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Chicago, Miami, Boston, Houston, Phoenix, Seattle, Denver and 25 more cities.

Converting CST Time

When converting from CST to other time zones, remember to account for:

• Daylight Saving Time changes which may affect the time difference
• Different DST start and end dates in various countries
• Some regions may not observe DST at all
• Business hours and meeting schedules in different time zones

Business Applications

CST is commonly used for scheduling international meetings, coordinating business operations, and planning travel. Understanding time zone conversions helps ensure effective communication across different regions.