Current Time in Mexico City
Live Mexico City time with automatic updates
About Mexico City Time
Mexico City follows the America/Mexico_City time zone. The current time shown above is automatically updated every second, ensuring you always have the accurate local time for Mexico City.
Time Zone Information
The time shown is based on Mexico City's official time zone (America/Mexico_City), which is +00:00 hours from UTC (Coordinated Universal Time). This live clock automatically adjusts for Daylight Saving Time (DST) when applicable.
Mexico City is currently observing Daylight Saving Time (DST).
Understanding the local time in Mexico City is crucial for:
- •Scheduling international business meetings and conference calls
- •Planning travel arrangements and flight bookings
- •Coordinating with remote teams and global partners
- •Managing import/export operations and shipping schedules
🏢 Local Business Hours
Standard business hours in Mexico City:
- •Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- •Saturday: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM (some businesses)
- •Sunday: Most offices closed
Note: Long lunch breaks (2-4 PM) traditional but becoming less common in international businesses
Mexico City Landmarks & Business
🏛️ Famous Landmarks
- •Zócalo
- •Chapultepec Castle
- •Palacio de Bellas Artes
- •Teotihuacan
- •Xochimilco
💼 Major Companies
- •América Móvil
- •FEMSA
- •Grupo Bimbo
- •Cemex
- •Televisa
- •Grupo Modelo
Business Culture & Communication
🤝 Cultural Notes
Punctuality:
Flexible for social events, but punctuality increasing for business. 15-30 minutes acceptable.
Business Etiquette:
Personal relationships crucial. Formal titles used. Conservative dress. Long meals common.
📞 Best Times to Call
From US Eastern:
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM EST (9 AM - 5 PM Mexico City)
From Europe:
4:00 PM - 12:00 AM CET (9 AM - 5 PM Mexico City)
From Asia:
11:00 PM - 7:00 AM JST (9 AM - 5 PM Mexico City)
Major Public Holidays
Important holidays that may affect business operations in Mexico City:
🎉Day of the Dead
Cultural celebration, some businesses closed
Typically: November 1-2
🎉Independence Day
National holiday with celebrations
Typically: September 16
🎉Revolution Day
National holiday
Typically: November 20
🎉Virgin of Guadalupe
Religious holiday, many take day off
Typically: December 12
Time Zone Facts
DST Status
Currently observing DST
UTC Offset
+00:00 from UTC
Coverage
Multiple cities in the region
Related Cities
Using the Mexico City World Clock
Our Mexico City world clock is a reliable tool for checking the current local time. Whether you're scheduling international meetings, coordinating with remote teams, or planning travel, this tool provides accurate, real-time information about the current time in Mexico City.