What Time Is It in Iowa?
See what time it is in Iowa right now, with the date, time zone and the time difference from where you are.
About this tool
Iowa 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. Iowa 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 Iowa in?
Iowa: Central Time: standard time is UTC−6 (CST), and during daylight saving time it is UTC−5 (CDT).
Does Iowa have daylight saving time?
Yes. Iowa 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 Iowa and London?
Iowa 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.