Time zone in Cuba: Cuba Time (CST/CDT)
Right now the local time in Cuba is UTC−5. Cuba observes daylight saving time. In 2026, clocks change to UTC−4 on March 8 and to UTC−5 on November 1.
Time difference between Cuba and the U.S.
The table shows how many hours each place is ahead of or behind Cuba right now, and what time it is there when it is 9:00 AM in Cuba. Differences can change by one hour when daylight saving time starts or ends.
| Place | Difference | When it's 9:00 AM in Cuba |
|---|---|---|
| New York | Same time | 9:00 AM |
| Chicago | 1 hour behind | 8:00 AM |
| Denver | 2 hours behind | 7:00 AM |
| Phoenix | 2 hours behind | 7:00 AM |
| Los Angeles | 3 hours behind | 6:00 AM |
| Anchorage | 4 hours behind | 5:00 AM |
| Honolulu | 5 hours behind | 4:00 AM |
Best time to call Cuba from the U.S.
To reach someone in Cuba between 8:00 AM and 10:00 PM their time, call between 8:00 AM and 10:00 PM New York time, or between 5:00 AM and 7:00 PM Los Angeles time.
U.S. stock market hours in Cuba (local time)
The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and Nasdaq are open from 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM Eastern Time, Monday to Friday, except market holidays. In Cuba that is from 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM. See the opening hours of other world markets on our World clock.
Frequently asked questions
What time zone is Cuba in?
Cuba uses Cuba Time (CST/CDT), which is UTC−5 right now. Cuba observes daylight saving time. In 2026, clocks change to UTC−4 on March 8 and to UTC−5 on November 1.
Does Cuba have daylight saving time?
Yes. In 2026, clocks change to UTC−4 on March 8 and to UTC−5 on November 1.
What is the time difference between Cuba and New York?
Cuba has the same time as New York right now.
What is the calling code for Cuba?
The country calling code is +53. To call Cuba from the U.S., dial 011, then 53, then the local number.