What time is it in Rockford, Illinois, United States?

16:57:56

Monday, October 26, 2026

Sun: ↑ 07:22 ↓ 17:58 (10 h 35 m)

Time Zone

Central Standard Time

UTC Offset

UTC-5:00

DST Status

Active

Abbreviation

CDT

Sunrise

7:22:29 AM

Sunset

5:58:07 PM

Day Length

10 h 35 m

Population

148,278

Latitude

42.2711° N

Longitude

89.094° W

Coordinates

42.2711° N, 89.094° W

Time difference from Rockford

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Local time in Rockford, Illinois, United States

Rockford, Illinois, United States follows Central Standard Time (UTCUTC-5:00). This page shows the live local time and date, daylight length, and how Rockford, Illinois, United States lines up with other places in United States. The clock follows daylight saving when this time zone uses it.

Frequently Asked Questions

What time is it in Rockford?

The current local time in Rockford, United States is 4:57:56 PM on Monday, October 26, 2026.

What time zone is Rockford in?

Rockford uses the Central Standard Time time zone (UTC-5:00). Active.

What is the UTC offset for Rockford?

Rockford is UTC-5:00 from Coordinated Universal Time (UTC).

What are the coordinates of Rockford?

Rockford is located at 42.2711° N, 89.094° W (latitude 42.2711° N, longitude 89.094° W).