Current Time in Chapel Hill, NC, United States

12 : 08 (12 : 08PM)
2026 November 3
Timezone
America/New_York (EST)
UTC Offset
UTC-05:00
Sunrise / Sunset
06:40 / 17:18
Daylight Duration
10h 37m (Noon 11:59)

Chapel Hill Timezone, Daylight Saving & Geography

Chapel Hill, NC, United States is located in the America/New_York timezone, currently operating at UTC-05:00 (EST). Chapel Hill is currently on standard time. The next scheduled clock change in Chapel Hill takes place on March 14, 2027, when clocks move forward 1 hour(s) to EDT (UTC-04:00).

Today in Chapel Hill, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset is at 17:18, with solar noon at 11:59 and a total daylight duration of 10h 37m. Geographic coordinates for Chapel Hill are 35.9132, -79.05584 at an approximate elevation of 148 m above sea level. The recorded population of Chapel Hill is approximately 59,568 inhabitants.

Chapel Hill is home to the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, a prestigious public university. The town boasts a vibrant arts and culture scene with numerous theaters and galleries. Franklin Street is a popular destination for shopping, dining, and nightlife. It's known for its walkable downtown area and friendly atmosphere. Many historical sites and landmarks are scattered throughout the town. Chapel Hill consistently ranks highly in quality of life surveys. The area offers a variety of outdoor recreational opportunities, including hiking and biking trails. Research Triangle Park, a major research and technology center, is located nearby.

Time Difference from Chapel Hill to Major World Hubs

Global Hub Current Hub Time Chapel Hill Relative Difference
UTC / GMT 17:08 5 hrs behind
London 17:08 5 hrs behind
New York 12:08 Same time
Tokyo 02:08 14 hrs behind
Sydney 04:08 16 hrs behind

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Chapel Hill, NC, United States 24-Hour Time Conversion Table

Working hours & hourly schedule in Chapel Hill

Your Local Time Chapel Hill, 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 Chapel Hill

What timezone is Chapel Hill, United States in?
Chapel Hill follows the America/New_York IANA timezone with a current UTC offset of UTC-05:00 (EST).
Does Chapel Hill observe Daylight Saving Time (DST)?
Chapel Hill 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 Chapel Hill today?
Sunrise in Chapel Hill today is at 06:40 and sunset is at 17:18, providing 10h 37m of daylight.

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