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Your Local Time
Time Difference
Other US Times
How to Use Our Tool
- Instant Minnesota Time: The large display at the top shows you the precise current time in Minnesota, automatically updated every second.
- Local Time Comparison: Just below, your local time is displayed, alongside a clear calculation of the time difference, telling you exactly how many hours ahead or behind you are.
- Switch Formats: Use the simple toggle switch to change all clocks between 12-hour (AM/PM) and 24-hour (military) time formats instantly.
- Explore Other Cities: The grid at the bottom provides a quick glance at the current times in other major US cities, all synchronized with your chosen format.
Powerful Features at a Glance
Real-Time Accuracy
The clock syncs continuously to provide second-by-second accuracy for Minnesota's time zone (CST/CDT).
Smart Time Difference
Our tool automatically detects your local timezone and calculates the precise difference, accounting for Daylight Saving.
12/24-Hour Format
Cater to your preference. Switch between standard and military time with a single click, updating all clocks on the page.
Multi-City View
Instantly see the current time in key US cities across different time zones, from New York to California.
About Minnesota's Time Zone
Minnesota is in the Central Time Zone (CT). This means it observes Central Standard Time (CST) during the fall and winter, and Central Daylight Time (CDT) during the spring and summer to account for Daylight Saving Time.
This tool is invaluable for:
- Coordinating business meetings with colleagues in Minnesota.
- Calling friends and family at the right time.
- Tracking live events, sports, or webinars broadcast from cities like Minneapolis or St. Paul.
- Planning travel and avoiding timezone confusion.
Our tool automatically handles the switch between CST (UTC-6) and CDT (UTC-5), so you always have the correct and current time in Minnesota without any guesswork.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Minnesota in CST or CDT right now?
This tool automatically determines the correct one! Minnesota uses Central Daylight Time (CDT) from the second Sunday in March to the first Sunday in November. For the rest of the year, it's on Central Standard Time (CST). The full timezone name displayed below the main clock confirms which one is currently active.
How accurate is this clock?
The clock syncs with your device's internal time and uses the standardized `Intl.DateTimeFormat` API in JavaScript. This provides a highly accurate representation of the time in the specified timezone, updated every second.
Can I see the time for other cities in Minnesota?
Yes. The entire state of Minnesota is within a single time zone (Central Time). Whether you're interested in the time in Minneapolis, St. Paul, Duluth, or Rochester, this clock will be accurate for all of them.