New York Time
New York Time
New York City runs on Eastern Time. During summer (EDT) the clocks move one hour ahead. It is the financial capital of the world and home to the NYSE and NASDAQ.
Why people check New York time
Common reasons to track the current time in New York.
Wall Street hours
NYSE opens at 09:30 ET and closes at 16:00 ET. Knowing local NY time helps traders worldwide plan their sessions.
Flight connections
JFK, LaGuardia, and Newark are major international hubs. Convert your home time to New York time before booking connections.
East Coast calls
Teams across Europe and Asia often schedule calls within New York business hours (09:00–17:00 ET).
Travel planning
Check what time it will be in NYC when your flight lands so you can plan hotel check-in, restaurants, and activities.
New York Time — FAQ
What time zone is New York in?
New York uses Eastern Time: EST (UTC−5) in winter and EDT (UTC−4) during daylight saving (second Sunday in March to first Sunday in November).
Is New York 5 hours behind London?
Usually yes — New York is 5 hours behind London during standard time and 4 hours behind during summer, because the UK also observes daylight saving.
Does New York observe daylight saving time?
Yes. Clocks spring forward one hour in March and fall back one hour in November.
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