Area code 970
Area code 970 serves Fort Collins and nearby parts of Colorado, including Grand Junction, Greeley and Loveland. It is on Mountain Time, which observes daylight saving time.
Area code 970 at a glance
| State | Colorado (CO) |
| Main city | Fort Collins |
| Time zone | Mountain Time |
| UTC offset | UTC−7 in winter, UTC−6 in summer |
| Daylight saving time | Yes |
Cities in 970
- Fort Collins
- Grand Junction
- Greeley
- Loveland
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 970 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 970 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 970 between |
|---|---|
| Eastern | 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM |
| Central | 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM |
| Mountain | 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM |
| Arizona | 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM |
| Pacific | 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM |
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Questions about 970
What time zone is area code 970?
Area code 970 is on Mountain Time. It observes daylight saving time.
Where is area code 970?
Area code 970 is in Colorado. Its main city is Fort Collins, and it also covers Grand Junction, Greeley and Loveland.
What are the legal hours to call a 970 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.