What Time Is It in Arkansas?
See what time it is in Arkansas right now, with the date, time zone and the time difference from where you are.
About this tool
Arkansas is a US state. The whole state uses Central Time. Standard time is UTC−6 (CST), and during daylight saving time it is UTC−5 (CDT). Next changes: clocks go back on November 1, 2026; clocks go forward on March 14, 2027. Arkansas is normally 6 hours behind London. For a few weeks a year (5 hours behind) the difference changes, because the clocks are changed on different dates.
Frequently asked questions
What time zone is Arkansas in?
Arkansas: Central Time: standard time is UTC−6 (CST), and during daylight saving time it is UTC−5 (CDT).
Does Arkansas have daylight saving time?
Yes. Arkansas sets the clocks forward in spring and back in autumn. Next changes: clocks go back on November 1, 2026; clocks go forward on March 14, 2027.
What is the time difference between Arkansas and London?
Arkansas is normally 6 hours behind London. For a few weeks a year (5 hours behind) the difference changes, because the clocks are changed on different dates.
Why does the clock show a slightly different time than mine?
The page takes the time from the internet and adjusts for delay, so it is accurate to the second.