Kentucky time zone
Kentucky is in the Eastern Time zone (mostly), which is UTC−5 in winter and UTC−4 during daylight saving time. Daylight saving time is observed.
Note: Western Kentucky uses Central Time.
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Frequently asked questions
What time zone is Kentucky in?
Kentucky is in the Eastern Time zone (mostly). Western Kentucky uses Central Time.
Does Kentucky observe daylight saving time?
Yes. Clocks move forward one hour in spring and back one hour in fall.
What is the UTC offset of Kentucky?
Kentucky is UTC−5 in winter and UTC−4 during daylight saving time.