Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) is a time zone primarily located in eastern North America. It's the easternmost time zone in the United States and is also used in parts of Canada and the Caribbean.
Geographic Coverage
EDT covers all or part of the following regions:
- United States: 23 states, including states along the East Coast like New York, Florida, and North Carolina, and extending westward.
- Canada: Three provinces and territories, including Ontario, Quebec, and Nunavut.
- Caribbean: Some islands and territories.
Specific Locations Using EDT
While pinpointing an exact geographical location is impossible (as it encompasses a large area), here are some major cities and regions that observe EDT:
- United States: New York City, Washington D.C., Atlanta, Miami, Boston, Philadelphia.
- Canada: Toronto, Montreal, Ottawa.
When EDT is Used
EDT is used during the summer months as part of Daylight Saving Time (DST). It typically begins in March and ends in November. During the rest of the year, these locations switch to Eastern Standard Time (EST).
In Summary
The EDT time zone spans a wide geographical area in eastern North America, including significant portions of the eastern United States, parts of Canada, and some Caribbean islands, and is observed during daylight saving time.
