Current Time in Cary, NC, United States
2026 November 3
Cary Timezone, Daylight Saving & Geography
Cary, NC, United States is located in the America/New_York timezone, currently operating at UTC-05:00 (EST). Cary is currently on standard time. The next scheduled clock change in Cary takes place on March 14, 2027, when clocks move forward 1 hour(s) to EDT (UTC-04:00).
Today in Cary, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset is at 17:17, with solar noon at 11:58 and a total daylight duration of 10h 38m. Geographic coordinates for Cary are 35.79154, -78.78112 at an approximate elevation of 152 m above sea level. The recorded population of Cary is approximately 159,769 inhabitants.
Cary is a town in Wake County, North Carolina, part of the Research Triangle region. It consistently ranks highly in national surveys for best places to live. The town boasts a strong economy driven by technology and research. Cary is known for its extensive park system and greenways. Excellent public schools are a major draw for families. Downtown Cary offers a vibrant mix of shops and restaurants. The town hosts numerous festivals and events throughout the year. Major employers include SAS Institute and several other tech companies.
Time Difference from Cary to Major World Hubs
| Global Hub | Current Hub Time | Cary Relative Difference |
|---|---|---|
| UTC / GMT | 17:06 | 5 hrs behind |
| London | 17:06 | 5 hrs behind |
| New York | 12:06 | Same time |
| Tokyo | 02:06 | 14 hrs behind |
| Sydney | 04:06 | 16 hrs behind |
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Cary, NC, United States 24-Hour Time Conversion Table
Working hours & hourly schedule in Cary
| Your Local Time | Cary, NC, United States (EST) |
|---|---|
| 00:00 | 19 : 00 (7 : 00PM) |
| 01:00 | 20 : 00 (8 : 00PM) |
| 02:00 | 21 : 00 (9 : 00PM) |
| 03:00 | 22 : 00 (10 : 00PM) |
| 04:00 | 23 : 00 (11 : 00PM) |
| 05:00 | 0 : 00 (12 : 00AM) |
| 06:00 | 1 : 00 (1 : 00AM) |
| 07:00 | 2 : 00 (2 : 00AM) |
| 08:00 | 3 : 00 (3 : 00AM) |
| 09:00 | 4 : 00 (4 : 00AM) |
| 10:00 | 5 : 00 (5 : 00AM) |
| 11:00 | 6 : 00 (6 : 00AM) |
| 12:00 | 7 : 00 (7 : 00AM) |
| 13:00 | 8 : 00 (8 : 00AM) |
| 14:00 | 9 : 00 (9 : 00AM) |
| 15:00 | 10 : 00 (10 : 00AM) |
| 16:00 | 11 : 00 (11 : 00AM) |
| 17:00 | 12 : 00 (12 : 00PM) |
| 18:00 | 13 : 00 (1 : 00PM) |
| 19:00 | 14 : 00 (2 : 00PM) |
| 20:00 | 15 : 00 (3 : 00PM) |
| 21:00 | 16 : 00 (4 : 00PM) |
| 22:00 | 17 : 00 (5 : 00PM) |
| 23:00 | 18 : 00 (6 : 00PM) |
Frequently Asked Questions about Time in Cary
- What timezone is Cary, United States in?
- Cary follows the America/New_York IANA timezone with a current UTC offset of UTC-05:00 (EST).
- Does Cary observe Daylight Saving Time (DST)?
- Cary is currently on standard time (EST, UTC-05:00). The next clock change is on March 14, 2027, when clocks move forward 1 hour(s) to EDT (UTC-04:00).
- What time is sunrise and sunset in Cary today?
- Sunrise in Cary today is at 06:39 and sunset is at 17:17, providing 10h 38m of daylight.
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