What time zone is Cancún in?

Cancún is in the Eastern Standard Time timezone, abbreviated EST, with a UTC offset of UTC-5.

What is the UTC offset for Cancún?

The UTC offset for Cancún is UTC-5 (EST).

Does Cancún observe Daylight Saving Time?

Cancún does not currently observe Daylight Saving Time. The EST offset (UTC-5) stays constant all year.

What is the current local time in Cancún?

The current local time in Cancún, Mexico can be seen live on this page. The city is in the Eastern Standard Time timezone (EST, UTC-5).

How do I convert Cancún time to other time zones?

Use the WorldTimePage Timezone Converter at https://worldtimepage.com/convert. Enter Cancún (EST, UTC-5) as the source timezone and select your destination city or timezone.

Are Cancún and Playa del Carmen on the same time?

Yes — both Cancún and Playa del Carmen are in Mexico and share the Eastern Standard Time timezone (EST, UTC-5). They follow the exact same local time, including any daylight saving transitions.

How many people live in Cancún?

Cancún has a population of approximately 889,000. It is located in Mexico (Quintana Roo) and observes the Eastern Standard Time timezone (EST, UTC-5).

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Current Time in Cancún

Q: What time is it in Cancún right now?

The current local time in Cancún is displayed live at the top of this page. Cancún observes the Eastern Standard Time timezone (EST, UTC-5).

Quintana Roo, Mexico

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01:45:12

Friday, May 22, 2026

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See the exact local time in Cancún, Quintana Roo, Mexico. The live clock above updates every second.Cancún follows Eastern Standard Time (EST, UTC-5). Use the sections below for timezone details, UTC offset, DST status, and comparisons with other cities worldwide.

Current Local Time in Cancún

What Time Is It in Cancún Right Now?

The current local time in Cancún, Quintana Roo, Mexico is 01:45:12 AM on Friday, May 22, 2026. Cancún observes the Eastern Standard Time timezone (EST, UTC-5). The city is currently on standard EST time.

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01:45:12 AM

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Cancún Time Zone Information

UTC offset, DST status, and Cancún timezone details

Timezone: Eastern Standard Time
UTC Offset: UTC-5
IANA Identifier: America/Cancun

Daylight Saving Time: Not observed / not active
Country: 🇲🇽 Mexico
Region / State: Quintana Roo

Cancún maintains a stable UTC offset of UTC-5 year-round, making it easy to schedule international calls and meetings.

How to Compare Cancún Time With Other Cities

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Check the current local time in Cancún (EST, UTC-5) at the top of this page — the clock updates every second.
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