Current time in Cancun, Mexico

Time in Cancun, Quintana Roo, Mexico
2:19 AM
 

Cancun time zone and facts

Time zone
Cancun Time (EST)
UTC offset
UTC−5
Daylight saving
Not observed — time stays the same all year
Sunrise today
6:44 AM
Sunset today
6:19 PM
Country
Mexico
Region
Quintana Roo
Coordinates
21.17°N, 86.83°W

Time difference from Cancun

CityTime nowDifference
New York3:19 AM, Tue1 hour ahead
Los Angeles12:19 AM, Tue2 hours behind
London8:19 AM, Tue6 hours ahead
Paris9:19 AM, Tue7 hours ahead
Dubai11:19 AM, Tue9 hours ahead
Delhi12:49 PM, Tue10:30 hours ahead
Tokyo4:19 PM, Tue14 hours ahead
Sydney6:19 PM, Tue16 hours ahead

The difference from your location is shown at the top of the page.

Upcoming public holidays in Mexico

  • Mon, Nov 16, 2026 Revolution Day
  • Fri, Dec 25, 2026 Christmas Day
  • Fri, Jan 1, 2027 New Year's Day
  • Mon, Feb 1, 2027 Constitution Day
  • Mon, Mar 15, 2027 Benito Juárez's birthday

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Frequently asked questions

What time zone is Cancun in?

Cancun uses Cancun Time (IANA zone America/Cancun). Right now the local time is UTC−5.

Does Cancun observe daylight saving time?

No. Cancun keeps the same time all year.

What is the time difference between Cancun and New York?

Cancun is currently 1 hour behind New York.

What is the time difference between Cancun and London?

Cancun is currently 6 hours behind London.

What time is sunrise and sunset in Cancun today?

Today the sun rises at 6:44 AM and sets at 6:19 PM local time.

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