City in Missouri

Current Local Time in Branson

Current local time and time zone in Branson, with UTC offset and daylight saving details.

☁️ 74°F now🕔 8:42 AM local📅 Best: July, August, September and October👥 12.600

Current local time in Branson

8:42 AM
Tuesday, August 25, 2026
Time zoneAmerica/Chicago
UTC offsetUTC-05:00
UTC now1:42 PM
Sunrise6:37 AM
Sunset7:52 PM

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Sun, twilight and moon

Sunrise6:37 AM
Sunset7:52 PM
Daylight13h 15m
Solar noon1:14 PM
Golden hour (am)6:37 AM - 7:37 AM
Golden hour (pm)6:52 PM - 7:52 PM
Blue hour (am)6:07 AM - 6:37 AM
Blue hour (pm)7:52 PM - 8:22 PM
Moon phase🌔 Waxing gibbous · 92%
Moonrise6:35 PM
Moonset4:05 AM

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Quick facts about Branson

TypeCity
StateMissouri
CountryUnited States
ContinentNorth America
Coordinates36°38′37.3″N 93°13′6.6″W (36.6437, -93.2185)
Population12.600
Known forLive entertainment in the Ozarks
Local time8:42 AM (UTC-05:00)
Best monthsJuly, August, September and October
ClimateContinental

Summary

Branson is a city in Missouri. Branson is known for Live entertainment in the Ozarks. It has a population of about 12.600.

Right now it is 74°F (23°C) in Branson with partly cloudy. It feels like 81°F. Today runs from 69°F to 82°F. Chance of precipitation is 66%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.1/10 - good conditions.

The best time to visit Branson is July, August, September and October. The climate is continental. January, April and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 90°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 25°F.

Nearby highlights include Hot Springs National Park and Gateway Arch National Park.

In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 82°F is 6.8°F below the 89°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Branson today at 9.5/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.

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Coordinates: 36°38′37.3″N 93°13′6.6″W (36.6437, -93.2185)

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Branson?

Branson is a city in Missouri. Its coordinates are 36.6437, -93.2185. It lies in North America.

What is the weather like in Branson right now?

It is currently 74°F (23°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 93% and wind is 5 mph.

When is the best time to visit Branson?

July, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Branson, which has a continental climate. January, April and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is Branson in?

Branson observes America/Chicago (UTC-05:00). The local time is 8:42 AM.

How many people live in Branson?

Branson has a population of approximately 12.600.

What are the top things to do in Branson?

Popular options include Hot Springs National Park and Gateway Arch National Park.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-us) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
MethodScores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown.

Last updated August 25, 2026 at 8:42 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

Davil Hofile
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