What time zone is Ohio in?

Ohio is primarily in the Eastern Standard Time zone (EST), currently UTC−05:00.

Does Ohio observe daylight saving time?

Yes. In 2026, clocks go forward around March 8 and back around November 1.

Columbus is the most populous city in Ohio.

§ 01United States · EST

Ohio runs on Eastern Standard Time (EST), currently UTC−05:00. Its largest city is Columbus.

§ 02Time zone & daylight saving

Time zone: Eastern Standard Time (EST)
UTC offset: UTC−05:00
Largest city: Columbus
Daylight saving (2026): Yes. In 2026, clocks go forward around March 8 and back around November 1.

§ 03Time difference

New Yorksame

Chicago+1 h

Denver+2 h

Los Angeles+3 h

London−5 h

Tokyo−14 h

Hours are Ohio’s current offset relative to each city, daylight saving included.

§ 05Frequently asked

What time zone is Ohio in?: Ohio is primarily in the Eastern Standard Time zone (EST), currently UTC−05:00.
Does Ohio observe daylight saving time?: Yes. In 2026, clocks go forward around March 8 and back around November 1.
What is the largest city in Ohio?: Columbus is the most populous city in Ohio.