Time in Chicago vs UTC

What is the time difference between Chicago and UTC?

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Chicago

America/Chicago • GMT-6

12:14 PM

Mon, Jan 12, 2026

UTC

UTC • GMT

06:14 PM

Mon, Jan 12, 2026

Both Chicago (America/Chicago) and UTC (UTC) are major world hubs.

Typically, the offset difference involves GMT vs GMT-6. Use the live tool above to see the exact times for any date.