Current Time in Rhode Island
Rhode Island runs on Eastern Time.
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Capital
Providence
Time zone(s)
Eastern Time
Daylight saving
Observed
Population
1,090,000
Cities in Rhode Island
Rhode Island vs. other US zones
| Location | Current time | UTC offset | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Time | 2:42 PM CDT | UTC-5 | 1 hour behind |
| Mountain Time | 1:42 PM MDT | UTC-6 | 2 hours behind |
| Pacific Time | 12:42 PM PDT | UTC-7 | 3 hours behind |
| Alaska Time | 11:42 AM AKDT | UTC-8 | 4 hours behind |
| Hawaii-Aleutian Time | 9:42 AM HST | UTC-10 | 6 hours behind |
| Atlantic Time | 3:42 PM AST | UTC-4 | same time |
| Samoa Time | 8:42 AM GMT-11 | UTC-11 | 7 hours behind |
| Chamorro Time | 5:42 AM GMT+10 | UTC+10 | 14 hours ahead |
Frequently asked questions
What time zone is Rhode Island in?
Rhode Island is entirely in the Eastern Time zone.
Does Rhode Island observe daylight saving time?
Yes, Rhode Island observes daylight saving time, following the same national schedule as most of the country.
What is Rhode Island's capital and what time zone is it in?
Providence is Rhode Island's capital.