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09:20:24pm
Saturday, November 7, 2026
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Central Standard Time (CST) · UTC-6 · America/Chicago
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City Information

Population
38,286
Coordinates
Decimal:30.1595, -85.6598
DMS:30°09′34″N, 85°39′35″W

Time zone info for Panama City

Time Zone
Central Standard Time (CST)
UTC Offset
UTC-6
DST
Observed
Panama City observes DST (America/Chicago time zone).
November
1
Sun
2026
Latest change: Winter time started
Switched to UTC-6 / Central Standard Time (CST).
The time was set back 1h from 2:00 am to 1:00 am local time on November 1, 2026.
March
14
Sun
2027
Next change: Summer time starts
Switching to UTC-5 / Central Daylight Time (CDT).
The time will be set forward 1h from 2:00 am to 3:00 am local time on March 14, 2027.

Where is Panama City?

Panama City is in Florida

Population: 38,286

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Frequently Asked Questions about Panama City

What time is it in Panama City right now?

The live clock at the top of this page shows the current local time in Panama City, United States. Right now, Panama City uses Central Standard Time (CST) | UTC-6, and the display updates automatically.

What time zone does Panama City use?

Panama City uses Central Standard Time (CST) | UTC-6. During standard time, the city uses Central Standard Time (CST) | UTC-6. During daylight saving time, it uses Central Daylight Time (CDT) | UTC-5. The IANA timezone identifier is America/Chicago.

What is the UTC offset for Panama City?

The current UTC offset for Panama City is shown as CST | UTC-6. If the city observes daylight saving time, this offset can change during the year.

What does the time abbreviation mean in Panama City?

CST is the short label for the current local timezone used in Panama City. The full timezone label and UTC offset are shown on this page so you do not have to rely on the abbreviation alone.

Is Panama City on Daylight Saving Time today?

No, Panama City is not on Daylight Saving Time today, but this location observes Daylight Saving Time seasonally. It is currently using Central Standard Time (CST) | UTC-6.

When does the time change in Panama City?

Panama City has clock changes in 2026: March 8, 2026 at 3:00 AM local time and November 1, 2026 at 1:00 AM local time. The next clock change is on March 14, 2027 at 3:00 AM local time. Use the live clock on this page for the current abbreviation and UTC offset.

What is the time difference between Panama City and my location?

The time difference depends on your own timezone and the date. Use the live comparison tools on findtime.io to compare your location with Panama City; the result will account for daylight saving time and the selected meeting date.

What is the best time to call or meet someone in Panama City?

For most business calls, aim for 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM in Panama City, using Central Standard Time (CST) | UTC-6. The findtime.io meeting planner shows overlap between your working hours and Panama City working hours and adjusts for Daylight Saving Time on the selected date.

How do I convert Panama City time to another city?

Use the findtime.io time converter, enter the time in Panama City, then choose the comparison city. The converter uses Central Standard Time (CST) | UTC-6 and applies the correct Daylight Saving Time rule for the selected date.

Why does Panama City's UTC offset change during the year?

Panama City changes offset when daylight saving time starts or ends. That is why the same city can use one UTC offset during standard time and another during daylight time.

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