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Louisiana Time Now
Central TimeCST/CDTUS DSTFestivals & Travel
Time Zone
CT
Central Time
America/Chicago
Quick Answer
Louisiana uses Central Time — CST (UTC-6) or CDT (UTC-5) during DST.
Same time as New Orleans, Chicago, and most of Texas.
What Time Zone Is Louisiana In?
Louisiana is entirely in the Central Time Zone, using the IANA timezone America/Chicago. During standard time, Louisiana follows CST (UTC-6). During daylight saving time (March–November), it shifts to CDT (UTC-5).
Louisiana Time Differences
| Location | Difference |
|---|---|
| New York (ET) | +1h |
| Denver (MT) | −1h |
| Los Angeles (PT) | −2h |
| London (GMT/BST) | +6h / +6h |
| Texas (Houston, CT) | Same |
Louisiana Time for Festivals and Travel
Louisiana — especially New Orleans — is a world-famous destination for festivals, music, and cuisine. Visitors planning for Mardi Gras, Jazz Fest, French Quarter Festival, and other events need to confirm the current local time for parade schedules, restaurant reservations, and hotel check-ins.