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ET Time Now β€” Eastern Time

ET stands for Eastern Time. It is UTC-5/4 from Coordinated Universal Time (UTC).ET is used in the North America region and corresponds to the America/New_York IANA timezone.

What does ET stand for?

ET stands for Eastern Time. It is UTC-5/4 from Coordinated Universal Time (UTC).

What is the UTC offset for ET?

The UTC offset for Eastern Time (ET) is UTC-5/4. This means ET is -5/4 hours from Coordinated Universal Time.

Which cities and regions use ET?

ET is used by locations in the America/New_York timezone region (North America). Use the converter below to convert ET to other time zones like EST, PST, or GMT.

Convert ET to Other Time Zones

ET

Eastern Time

UTC-5/4

08:57:30 PM
Wednesday, March 11, 2026
IANA: America/New_York
RegionNorth America
UTC OffsetUTC-5/4
IANA ZoneAmerica/New_York
DST VersionET

ET Time Right Now vs Other Time Zones

When it's 08:57:30 PM in ET, here's the time in other major cities:

πŸ—½New York08:57 PM
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§London12:57 AM
πŸ—ΌTokyo09:57 AM
🦘Sydney11:57 AM
πŸ™οΈDubai04:57 AM
πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡¬Singapore08:57 AM
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About Eastern Time (ET)

Eastern Time (ET) is the time zone covering the US East Coast, including both Eastern Standard Time (EST) in winter and Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) in summer. It is the primary timezone for Wall Street, Washington D.C., and the eastern seaboard.

Also Known As:
Eastern Standard TimeESTEDTEast Coast TimeNew York Time

Key Facts About ET

  • Automatically adjusts for Daylight Saving Time
  • UTC-5 in winter (EST), UTC-4 in summer (EDT)
  • US stock markets operate on Eastern Time
  • About 47% of the US population lives in Eastern Time
  • DST typically starts 2nd Sunday in March, ends 1st Sunday in November
Standard Business Hours9:00 AM - 5:00 PM ET (varies UTC-5 or UTC-4)

Best Meeting Times for ET

Scheduling meetings with teams in Eastern Time? Here are the recommended windows:

Ideal9:00 AM - 5:00 PM ETStandard business hours, both parties available
Possible7:00 AM - 9:00 AM ETEarly morning, may require flexibility
Possible5:00 PM - 7:00 PM ETAfter hours, check availability first
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Major Cities in ET

Countries Using ET

USA

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Frequently Asked Questions About ET

What does ET stand for?

ET stands for Eastern Time. It is UTC-5/4 from Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). ET is also referred to as Eastern Standard Time, EST, EDT.

What is the current time in ET right now?

The current time in Eastern Time (ET) is 08:57:30 PM on Wednesday, March 11, 2026.ET is UTC-5/4. This page displays a live, automatically updating clock for ET.

Which cities use ET?

Major cities using ET include New York, Miami, Atlanta, Philadelphia, Washington D.C., and more. ET is observed in 1 countries including USA.

Does ET observe Daylight Saving Time?

Yes, regions using ET typically switch to ET (Eastern Time) during daylight saving time. DST usually begins on the second Sunday in March and ends on the first Sunday in November in the United States.

How do I convert ET to EST?

To convert ET to Eastern Standard Time (EST), you need to account for the UTC offset difference.ET is UTC-5/4, while EST is UTC-5. Use our time zone converter for instant, accurate conversions.

What is the best time to schedule a meeting in ET?

The best time to schedule a meeting in ET is during standard business hours: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM ET. This corresponds to 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM ET (varies UTC-5 or UTC-4). For cross-timezone meetings, use our meeting planner to find optimal overlap times.

What is the UTC offset for ET?

The UTC offset for Eastern Time (ET) is UTC-5/4. This means ET is -5/4 hours from Coordinated Universal Time. During daylight saving time, this changes to UTC-5/4.

How many hours is ET from GMT?

ET is -5/4 hours from GMT (Greenwich Mean Time). GMT and UTC are effectively the same for time zone calculations. So when it's 12:00 PM (noon) in GMT, it's 7:00 AM in ET.