🇺🇸 Current Eastern Time (EST / EDT)
Live Eastern time for New York, Washington D.C., Toronto and the US East Coast.
Eastern time vs other time zones
| Zone | When Eastern is on EST (UTC−5) | When Eastern is on EDT (UTC−4) |
|---|---|---|
| UTC | EST + 5 h | EDT + 4 h |
| India (IST) | EST + 10 h 30 m | EDT + 9 h 30 m |
| London (GMT/BST) | usually + 5 h | usually + 5 h |
| Pacific (PST/PDT) | − 3 h | − 3 h |
Convert Eastern time
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Other time zone conversions
From India time (IST)
To India time (IST)
Frequently asked questions
What is the current EST time?
The live clock above shows the current Eastern time in New York. In winter it is Eastern Standard Time (EST, UTC−5); in summer clocks move one hour ahead to Eastern Daylight Time (EDT, UTC−4). The label next to the clock tells you which is in force.
Is it EST or EDT now?
EDT (UTC−4) is used from the second Sunday in March to the first Sunday in November. EST (UTC−5) is used for the rest of the year. The badge on the live clock shows which one applies today.
What is the difference between EST and ET?
ET (Eastern Time) is the general name of the zone. EST and EDT are its two seasonal forms. People often say "EST" when they mean whichever Eastern time is in force.
What is the time difference between EST and India (IST)?
India (UTC+5:30) is 10 hours 30 minutes ahead of EST and 9 hours 30 minutes ahead of EDT.