Area code 216
Area code 216 serves Cleveland and nearby parts of Ohio, including Lakewood, Euclid and Parma. It is on Eastern Time, which observes daylight saving time.
Area code 216 at a glance
| State | Ohio (OH) |
| Main city | Cleveland |
| Time zone | Eastern Time |
| UTC offset | UTC−5 in winter, UTC−4 in summer |
| Daylight saving time | Yes |
Cities in 216
- Cleveland
- Lakewood
- Euclid
- Parma
An area code shows where a number was first assigned. Mobile numbers keep their area code when people move, so the person you’re calling may be somewhere else.
When you can call a 216 number
Federal telemarketing rules under the TCPA allow sales calls between 8 AM and 9 PM in the called person’s local time. Here is that window for a 216 number, shown in your own time zone.
General information, not legal advice. Some states add rules for Sundays, holidays or the number of calls. See our calling hours guide.
| If you’re on | You can call 216 between |
|---|---|
| Eastern | 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM |
| Central | 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM |
| Mountain | 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Arizona | 5:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Pacific | 5:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
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Questions about 216
What time zone is area code 216?
Area code 216 is on Eastern Time. It observes daylight saving time.
Where is area code 216?
Area code 216 is in Ohio. Its main city is Cleveland, and it also covers Lakewood, Euclid and Parma.
What are the legal hours to call a 216 number?
Under the federal TCPA, sales calls are allowed from 8 AM to 9 PM in the called person’s local time. Personal and informational calls are not limited by these hours.