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Current Local Time in Ohio

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

☁️ 72°F now🕔 5:58 PM local📅 Best: June, July, August and September👥 11.8 million

Current local time in Ohio

5:58 PM
Saturday, August 22, 2026
Time zoneAmerica/New_York
UTC offsetUTC-04:00
UTC now9:58 PM
Sunrise6:49 AM
Sunset8:20 PM

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Sun, twilight and moon

Sunrise6:49 AM
Sunset8:20 PM
Daylight13h 31m
Solar noon1:34 PM
Golden hour (am)6:49 AM - 7:49 AM
Golden hour (pm)7:20 PM - 8:20 PM
Blue hour (am)6:19 AM - 6:49 AM
Blue hour (pm)8:20 PM - 8:50 PM
Moon phase🌔 Waxing gibbous · 69%
Moonrise5:05 PM
Moonset1:15 AM

Golden and blue hour are the standard photographic approximation around sunrise and sunset.

Quick facts about Ohio

TypeState
CountryUnited States
ContinentNorth America
Coordinates39°57′40.3″N 82°59′55.7″W (39.9612, -82.9988)
CapitalColumbus
Population11.800.000
Area44.826 sq mi
AbbreviationOH
Time zoneAmerica/New_York
Local time5:58 PM (UTC-04:00)
Best monthsJune, July, August and September
ClimateContinental

Local time by national park in Ohio

1 national parks mapped in this atlas

Local time by city in Ohio

1 cities mapped in this atlas

Local time by state park in Ohio

1 state and provincial parks mapped in this atlas

Summary

Ohio is a state in United States. Ohio is a US state with its capital at Columbus. It has a population of about 11.8 million. The capital is Columbus.

Right now it is 72°F (22°C) in Ohio with overcast. It feels like 78°F. Today runs from 65°F to 82°F. Chance of precipitation is 11%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.6/10 - excellent - go now.

The best time to visit Ohio is June, July, August and September. The climate is continental. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 85°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 19°F.

The closest major airport is O'Hare International Airport (ORD), about 291 mi away. Nearby highlights include Cuyahoga Valley National Park, Hocking Hills State Park, New River Gorge National Park and Cumberland Falls State Resort Park.

In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 82°F is in line with the 83°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 Ohio today at 9.8/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.

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Coordinates: 39°57′40.3″N 82°59′55.7″W (39.9612, -82.9988)

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Ohio?

Ohio is a state in United States. Its coordinates are 39.9612, -82.9988. It lies in North America.

What is the weather like in Ohio right now?

It is currently 72°F (22°C) with overcast. Humidity is 87% and wind is 2 mph.

When is the best time to visit Ohio?

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

What time zone is Ohio in?

Ohio observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 5:58 PM.

How many people live in Ohio?

Ohio has a population of approximately 11.8 million.

What is the nearest airport to Ohio?

The closest airports are O'Hare International Airport (ORD), 291 mi away, Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), 304 mi away and Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ), 310 mi away.

What are the top things to do in Ohio?

Popular options include Cuyahoga Valley National Park, Hocking Hills State Park, New River Gorge National Park, Cumberland Falls State Resort Park, Indiana Dunes National Park and Grayson Highlands State Park.

What places are in Ohio?

Ohio covers 3 places in this atlas, including Cuyahoga Valley National Park, Cleveland and Hocking Hills State Park.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-states) - 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 22, 2026 at 5:58 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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