Does Mississippi use daylight saving time?

Mississippi follows timezone rules defined for America/Chicago. Check the live clock and date above for the current offset.

Which cities are covered in Mississippi?

Major cities include Gulfport, Jackson.

Current Time in Mississippi, United States

Check the current local time in Mississippi, United States. View Mississippi time zone, daylight saving time information, and major cities such as Gulfport and Jackson.

Current state time

17:05:27

Tuesday, April 14, 2026

Major cities in Mississippi

Gulfport
Jackson

Time zones and daylight saving

Mississippi currently uses America/Chicago.

Daylight saving changes depend on the local timezone rules. The live clock above always reflects the current local offset.

FAQ

Does Mississippi use daylight saving time?: Mississippi follows timezone rules defined for America/Chicago. Check the live clock and date above for the current offset.
Which cities are covered in Mississippi?: Major cities include Gulfport, Jackson.