Current time in Ottawa, Canada

Time in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
3:11 AM
 

Ottawa time zone and facts

Time zone
Toronto Time (EDT)
UTC offset
UTC−4
Daylight saving
Clocks go back 1 hour on Sunday, November 1, 2026 at 1:00 AM
Sunrise today
7:25 AM
Sunset today
6:09 PM
Country
Canada
Region
Ontario
Coordinates
45.42°N, 75.70°W

Time difference from Ottawa

CityTime nowDifference
New York3:11 AM, TueThe same time
Los Angeles12:11 AM, Tue3 hours behind
London8:11 AM, Tue5 hours ahead
Paris9:11 AM, Tue6 hours ahead
Dubai11:11 AM, Tue8 hours ahead
Delhi12:41 PM, Tue9:30 hours ahead
Tokyo4:11 PM, Tue13 hours ahead
Sydney6:11 PM, Tue15 hours ahead

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

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 Ottawa in?

Ottawa uses Toronto Time (IANA zone America/Toronto). Right now the local time is UTC−4.

Does Ottawa 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 Ottawa and New York?

Ottawa is currently the same time as New York.

What is the time difference between Ottawa and London?

Ottawa is currently 5 hours behind London.

What time is sunrise and sunset in Ottawa today?

Today the sun rises at 7:25 AM and sets at 6:09 PM local time.

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