Current time in Halifax, Canada

Time in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
4:55 AM
 

Halifax time zone and facts

Time zone
Halifax Time (ADT)
UTC offset
UTC−3
Daylight saving
Clocks go back 1 hour on Sunday, November 1, 2026 at 1:00 AM
Sunrise today
7:37 AM
Sunset today
6:20 PM
Country
Canada
Region
Nova Scotia
Coordinates
44.65°N, 63.60°W

Time difference from Halifax

CityTime nowDifference
New York3:55 AM, Wed1 hour behind
Los Angeles12:55 AM, Wed4 hours behind
London8:55 AM, Wed4 hours ahead
Paris9:55 AM, Wed5 hours ahead
Dubai11:55 AM, Wed7 hours ahead
Delhi1:25 PM, Wed8:30 hours ahead
Tokyo4:55 PM, Wed12 hours ahead
Sydney6:55 PM, Wed14 hours ahead

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Upcoming public holidays in Canada

  • Wed, Nov 11, 2026 Remembrance Day
  • Fri, Dec 25, 2026 Christmas Day
  • Fri, Jan 1, 2027 New Year's Day
  • Fri, Mar 26, 2027 Good Friday
  • Mon, May 24, 2027 Victoria Day

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Frequently asked questions

What time zone is Halifax in?

Halifax uses Halifax Time (IANA zone America/Halifax). Right now the local time is UTC−3.

Does Halifax observe daylight saving time?

Yes. The next change is on November 1, 2026, when clocks go back by 1 hour.

What is the time difference between Halifax and New York?

Halifax is currently 1 hour ahead of New York.

What is the time difference between Halifax and London?

Halifax is currently 4 hours behind London.

What time is sunrise and sunset in Halifax today?

Today the sun rises at 7:37 AM and sets at 6:20 PM local time.

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