Rome to Chicago Time Converter
Chicago is 7 hours behind Rome right now. 9:00 AM in Rome is 2:00 AM in Chicago.
Time now: Rome and Chicago
Chicago is 7 hours behind Rome right now. The gap is the same for most of the year, but for a few weeks it shifts by an hour because the two places change their clocks on different dates (see the dates below).
Rome and Chicago are about 7,745 km (4,813 miles) apart in a straight line. Right now Rome is on CET (UTC+01:00) and Chicago is on CST (UTC-06:00).
Rome to Chicago conversion table
Every hour of the day, using today's time difference.
| Rome | Chicago |
|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 5:00 PMprevious day |
| 1:00 AM | 6:00 PMprevious day |
| 2:00 AM | 7:00 PMprevious day |
| 3:00 AM | 8:00 PMprevious day |
| 4:00 AM | 9:00 PMprevious day |
| 5:00 AM | 10:00 PMprevious day |
| 6:00 AM | 11:00 PMprevious day |
| 7:00 AM | 12:00 AM |
| 8:00 AM | 1:00 AM |
| 9:00 AM | 2:00 AM |
| 10:00 AM | 3:00 AM |
| 11:00 AM | 4:00 AM |
| 12:00 PM | 5:00 AM |
| 1:00 PM | 6:00 AM |
| 2:00 PM | 7:00 AM |
| 3:00 PM | 8:00 AM |
| 4:00 PM | 9:00 AM |
| 5:00 PM | 10:00 AM |
| 6:00 PM | 11:00 AM |
| 7:00 PM | 12:00 PM |
| 8:00 PM | 1:00 PM |
| 9:00 PM | 2:00 PM |
| 10:00 PM | 3:00 PM |
| 11:00 PM | 4:00 PM |
Best time to meet between Rome and Chicago
Working hours overlap (9 AM – 6 PM in both places):
- 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM Rome = 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM Chicago
Does the time difference between Rome and Chicago change?
Yes. Right now Chicago is 7 hours behind Rome. These are the dates in the next 12 months when the gap changes:
- Sunday, 14 March 2027: Chicago moves its clocks forward. Chicago is 6 hours behind Rome from then (it was 7 hours before).
- Sunday, 28 March 2027: Rome moves its clocks forward. Chicago is 7 hours behind Rome from then (it was 6 hours before).
- Sunday, 31 October 2027: Rome moves its clocks back. Chicago is 6 hours behind Rome from then (it was 7 hours before).
- Sunday, 7 November 2027: Chicago moves its clocks back. Chicago is 7 hours behind Rome from then (it was 6 hours before).
Office hours in each other's time
- 9 AM to 6 PM in Rome is 2:00 AM to 11:00 AM in Chicago.
- 9 AM to 6 PM in Chicago is 4:00 PM to 1:00 AM (next day) in Rome.
Based on today's clock settings.
Frequently asked questions
What is the time difference between Rome and Chicago?
Chicago is 7 hours behind Rome right now. The gap is the same for most of the year, but for a few weeks it shifts by an hour because the two places change their clocks on different dates (see the dates below).
How do I convert Rome to Chicago?
Subtract 7 hours from the Rome time to get the Chicago time (at today's difference). 9:00 AM in Rome is 2:00 AM in Chicago. Or use the converter above and pick any date and time.
What is the current time in Chicago?
It is 6:17 PM in Chicago on Monday, November 9 (the converter above shows it live). At the same moment it is 1:17 AM in Rome.
Does the time difference between Rome and Chicago change during the year?
Yes. Right now Chicago is 7 hours behind Rome. Over the next 12 months the gap changes 4 times: Sunday, 14 March 2027: Chicago moves its clocks forward. Chicago is 6 hours behind Rome from then (it was 7 hours before). Sunday, 28 March 2027: Rome moves its clocks forward. Chicago is 7 hours behind Rome from then (it was 6 hours before). Sunday, 31 October 2027: Rome moves its clocks back. Chicago is 6 hours behind Rome from then (it was 7 hours before). Sunday, 7 November 2027: Chicago moves its clocks back. Chicago is 7 hours behind Rome from then (it was 6 hours before).
What is the best time for a meeting between Rome and Chicago?
Between 9 AM and 6 PM in both places you can meet at 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM Rome = 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM Chicago. Check the overlap section on this page for every option.