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Time in Panama City Now

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03:51:20pm
Friday, July 31, 2026
America/Chicago | Central Daylight Time (CDT) | UTC-5
Panama City is 2 hours ahead of Local Time

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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 Daylight Time (CDT)
UTC Offset
UTC-5
DST
Observed
Panama City observes DST (America/Chicago time zone).
March
8
Sun
2026
Latest change: Summer time started
Switched to UTC -5 / Central Daylight Time (CDT).
The time was set forward one hour from 03:00AM to 04:00AM local time on March 8, 2026 at 3:00 am.
November
1
Sun
2026
Next change: Winter time starts
Switching to UTC -6 / Central Standard Time (CST).
The time will be set back one hour from 02:00AM to 01:00AM local time on November 1, 2026 at 1:00 am.

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 Daylight Time (CDT) | UTC-5, and the display updates automatically.

What time zone does Panama City use?

Panama City 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 UTC-5. If the city observes daylight saving time, this offset can change during the year.

What does the time abbreviation mean in Panama City?

CDT 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 does not observe Daylight Saving Time. Its local civil time stays on the same UTC offset throughout the year.

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 Daylight Time (CDT) | UTC-5. The findtime.io meeting planner shows overlap between your working hours and Panama City working hours.

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 Daylight Time (CDT) | UTC-5.

Does Panama City use the same time all year?

Panama City does not move its clocks for daylight saving time, so the local timezone offset remains stable across the year.

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