Location
Richardson, United States
Current local time
Time in Richardson Now
Current local time in Richardson, United States with accurate time zone details, CT (UTC-5). Check today’s sunrise and sunset times on findtime.io.
Time zone
CT | UTC-5
IANA zone
America/Chicago
Population
110,815
Use this Richardson time page to check timezone details, plan calls, and compare meeting times with cities around the world.
Frequently Asked Questions about Richardson
Time-sensitive answers as of 2026-09-23 11:09 UTC. Open the live clock for the latest timezone information.
What time is it in Richardson right now?
The live clock at the top of this page shows the current local time in Richardson, United States. Right now, Richardson uses Central Daylight Time (CDT) | UTC-5, and the display updates automatically.
What time zone does Richardson use?
Richardson uses Central Daylight Time (CDT) | UTC-5. 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 Richardson?
The current UTC offset for Richardson 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 Richardson?
CT is the short label for the current local timezone used in Richardson. The full timezone label and UTC offset are shown on this page so you do not have to rely on the abbreviation alone.
Is Richardson on Daylight Saving Time today?
Yes, Richardson is on Daylight Saving Time today. It is using Central Daylight Time (CDT) | UTC-5, and the offset can change around clock-change dates.
When does the time change in Richardson?
Richardson has clock changes in 2026: March 8, 2026 at 3:00 AM local time and November 1, 2026 at 1:00 AM local time. Use the live clock on this page for the current abbreviation and UTC offset.
What is the time difference between Richardson 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 Richardson; the result will account for daylight saving time and the selected meeting date.
What is the best time to call or meet someone in Richardson?
For most business calls, aim for 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM in Richardson, using Central Daylight Time (CDT) | UTC-5. The findtime.io meeting planner shows overlap between your working hours and Richardson working hours and adjusts for Daylight Saving Time on the selected date.
How do I convert Richardson time to another city?
Use the findtime.io time converter, enter the time in Richardson, then choose the comparison city. The converter uses Central Daylight Time (CDT) | UTC-5 and applies the correct Daylight Saving Time rule for the selected date.
Why does Richardson's UTC offset change during the year?
Richardson 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.