What Time is it in Atlanta Right Now?
Live local time in Atlanta, United States — updates every second.
Eastern Standard Time · UTC-5 (summer UTC-4)
Daylight Saving Time
Atlanta observes daylight saving time. Standard offset is UTC-5; during DST it shifts to UTC-4.
Next change: November 1, 2026 — clocks fall back one hour (DST ends).
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FAQ — Time in Atlanta
What time is it in Atlanta right now?
The current local time in Atlanta is shown live on this page. Atlanta is in the Eastern Standard Time timezone (UTC-5).
What timezone is Atlanta in?
Atlanta, United States is in the Eastern Standard Time timezone. The standard UTC offset is UTC-5, and UTC-4 during daylight saving time.
Does Atlanta observe daylight saving time?
Yes, Atlanta observes daylight saving time (DST). Clocks move forward one hour to UTC-4 during the summer months.
What is the UTC offset of Atlanta?
Atlanta is at UTC-5 from UTC during standard (winter) time, and UTC-4 during daylight saving time (summer).
How do I convert the time from Atlanta to my timezone?
Use our Timezone Converter — enter the Atlanta timezone and your local timezone to calculate the time difference instantly.