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Exact Current Time in Cuba
The current time in Cuba follows Cuba Standard Time (CST) during most of the year.
However, Cuba does observe Daylight Saving Time (DST), typically starting in March and ending in November.
You can also check the current time page for a global world clock, or use our time converter tool to compare Cuba time with other countries.
👉 The standard time zone used for this page is:
IANA Time Zone: America/Havana
UTC Offset: UTC − 5 (Standard Time), UTC − 4 (Daylight Saving Time)
Cuba Time Zone
Cuba uses a single time zone nationwide:
| Time Zone | Example City | UTC Offset |
|---|---|---|
| Cuba Standard Time | Havana | UTC − 5 |
| Cuba Daylight Time | Havana | UTC − 4 |
Cuba adjusts its clocks twice a year for Daylight Saving Time.
Daylight Saving Time in Cuba
Cuba observes Daylight Saving Time:
Starts: Second Sunday in March — clocks move forward by 1 hour.
Ends: First Sunday in November — clocks move back by 1 hour.
DST allows Cuba to make better use of daylight hours, similar to the United States schedule.
During DST, the country operates on UTC − 4, known as Cuba Daylight Time (CDT).
Popular Cities in Cuba & Their Time
| City | Time Zone | Typical Offset |
|---|---|---|
| Havana | Cuba Standard/Daylight Time | UTC − 5 / UTC − 4 |
| Santiago de Cuba | Cuba Standard/Daylight Time | UTC − 5 / UTC − 4 |
| Camagüey | Cuba Standard/Daylight Time | UTC − 5 / UTC − 4 |
| Holguín | Cuba Standard/Daylight Time | UTC − 5 / UTC − 4 |
| Santa Clara | Cuba Standard/Daylight Time | UTC − 5 / UTC − 4 |
All major cities in Cuba follow the same time zone and DST schedule.
Quick Facts About Cuba Time
Number of Time Zones: 1
Capital City: Havana
Default Time Zone: Cuba Standard Time (CST)
DST Observed: ✅ Yes (March–November)
IANA Time Zone ID:
America/HavanaUTC Offset: UTC − 5 (Standard), UTC − 4 (DST)
Cuba is an island nation in the Caribbean, located south of the United States and east of Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula.
Its time zone aligns closely with Eastern Time in the U.S. for most of the year, making communication and travel convenient.
For more details, visit
👉 Time in Cuba — Wikipedia
FAQs
How many time zones does Cuba have?
Cuba uses only one time zone across the entire country.
Does Cuba observe Daylight Saving Time?
Yes, Cuba observes DST from March to November.
What is the official time zone of Cuba?
The official time zone is Cuba Standard Time (CST), UTC − 5, and UTC − 4 during DST.
Which city represents Cuba’s national time?
Havana, the capital city, represents Cuba’s official time zone.
What is the IANA time zone ID for Cuba?
The IANA time zone ID for Cuba is America/Havana.