Maya ruins & tourism
Chichen Itza and Uxmal are nearby; tour operators list departure times from Mérida in CST/CDT.
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Mérida
Mexico
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16:18:36
Wed, May 20
CSTUTC-6
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Mérida uses Central Time (CST/CDT) and is the capital of Yucatán state — the cultural heart of the ancient Maya world and one of Mexico's safest and most liveable cities.
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Riviera Maya access
Mérida is a gateway to Cancún and the Caribbean coast; travellers convert CST/CDT for travel connections.
Henequen & crafts industry
Yucatán's hammock and sisal-crafts trade connects to international buyers on CST/CDT schedules.
Cultural festivals
Mérida hosts year-round street concerts and the Day of the Dead processions; event times are listed in CST/CDT.
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Mérida time — FAQ
What time zone is Mérida in?
Mérida uses CST (UTC−6) in winter and CDT (UTC−5) during daylight saving time.
Is Mérida the same time as Mexico City?
Yes — both use Central Time and are always in sync.
How far behind London is Mérida?
Mérida is 6 hours behind London in winter and 5–7 hours during various DST transitions.
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