What is the CST6CDT time zone?
CST6CDT is an IANA time zone identifier used by operating systems and browsers.
CST6CDT
CST6CDT (CST6CDT) · GMT-6
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Direct answer
Current CST6CDT time is Sat, Feb 21, 2026, 05:51:13 AM.
CST6CDT is currently on GMT-6.
Quick facts
- Current offset: GMT-6
- DST status: Not active
- Next transition: Mar 08, 2026 (GMT-5)
Current time at render
Sat, Feb 21, 2026, 05:51:13 AM
Live now: --
Current offset: GMT-6
DST status: Not active
Next transition: Mar 08, 2026 (GMT-5)
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About this time zone
This page uses the IANA identifier CST6CDT. IANA zones include DST and rule changes, which makes them more accurate than fixed offsets like UTC+2.
Need a reference standard? See UTC Time Now.
Frequently asked questions
Does this time zone observe daylight saving time (DST)?
DST is handled automatically based on official rules for the selected date.
How can I convert from this zone to another?
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Can I open this same zone with encoded or slashed URLs?
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