Current Time in South Dakota
South Dakota splits down the middle: the more populous eastern half, including Sioux Falls, is Central Time, while the western half — including the capital Pierre itself — is Mountain Time.
A split time zone state
South Dakota splits down the middle: the more populous eastern half, including Sioux Falls, is Central Time, while the western half — including the capital Pierre itself — is Mountain Time.
Cities in South Dakota
South Dakota vs. other US zones
| Location | Current time | UTC offset | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Time | 3:42 PM EDT | UTC-4 | 1 hour ahead |
| Mountain Time | 1:42 PM MDT | UTC-6 | 1 hour behind |
| Pacific Time | 12:42 PM PDT | UTC-7 | 2 hours behind |
| Alaska Time | 11:42 AM AKDT | UTC-8 | 3 hours behind |
| Hawaii-Aleutian Time | 9:42 AM HST | UTC-10 | 5 hours behind |
| Atlantic Time | 3:42 PM AST | UTC-4 | 1 hour ahead |
| Samoa Time | 8:42 AM GMT-11 | UTC-11 | 6 hours behind |
| Chamorro Time | 5:42 AM GMT+10 | UTC+10 | 15 hours ahead |
Frequently asked questions
What time zone is South Dakota in?
South Dakota is split between two time zones. South Dakota splits down the middle: the more populous eastern half, including Sioux Falls, is Central Time, while the western half — including the capital Pierre itself — is Mountain Time.
Does South Dakota observe daylight saving time?
Yes, South Dakota observes daylight saving time, following the same national schedule as most of the country.
What is South Dakota's capital and what time zone is it in?
Pierre is South Dakota's capital.