South Dakota time zone
South Dakota is in the Central Time zone (mostly), which is UTC−6 in winter and UTC−5 during daylight saving time. Daylight saving time is observed.
Note: Western South Dakota, including Rapid City, uses Mountain Time.
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Frequently asked questions
What time zone is South Dakota in?
South Dakota is in the Central Time zone (mostly). Western South Dakota, including Rapid City, uses Mountain Time.
Does South Dakota observe daylight saving time?
Yes. Clocks move forward one hour in spring and back one hour in fall.
What is the UTC offset of South Dakota?
South Dakota is UTC−6 in winter and UTC−5 during daylight saving time.