Area code 940
Area code 940 serves Denton and nearby parts of Texas, including Wichita Falls, Decatur and Gainesville. It is on Central Time, which observes daylight saving time.
Area code 940 at a glance
| State | Texas (TX) |
| Main city | Denton |
| Time zone | Central Time |
| UTC offset | UTC−6 in winter, UTC−5 in summer |
| Daylight saving time | Yes |
Cities in 940
- Denton
- Wichita Falls
- Decatur
- Gainesville
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 940 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 940 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 940 between |
|---|---|
| Eastern | 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM |
| Central | 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM |
| Mountain | 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM |
| Arizona | 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Pacific | 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
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Questions about 940
What time zone is area code 940?
Area code 940 is on Central Time. It observes daylight saving time.
Where is area code 940?
Area code 940 is in Texas. Its main city is Denton, and it also covers Wichita Falls, Decatur and Gainesville.
What are the legal hours to call a 940 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.