### Answer The

{{current_time}}

system variable defaults to

America/Los_Angeles

timezone [(1) ]() [(2) ]() . If you need a different timezone, use the format

{{current_time_[timezone]}}

. For example, to get the current time in your specific timezone, use

{{current_time_America/New_York}}

or

{{current_time_Australia/Sydney}}

. There have been reports of

{{current_time}}

issues in the community [(3) ]() . The recommended approach is to pass your own custom time variable when initiating calls, rather than relying solely on the system variable [(4) ]() [(5) ]() . This gives you full control over timezone handling and ensures accuracy. To implement this, send the current time in your desired timezone as a custom dynamic variable in the

retell_llm_dynamic_variables

field when creating phone calls [(1) ]() [(4) ]() .

​ To learn more, see the sources I considered: [[1] Dynamic Variables](https://docs.retellai.com/build/dynamic-variables) [[2] Platform Changelogs | Retell AI](https://www.retellai.com/changelog) [[3] {{current_time}} not working properly since yesterday, 2025-03-11](https://discord.com/channels/1186424376300679209/1349403119058161747) [[4] Timezone mismatch during outbound calls despite correct profile & Cal.com event settings](https://community.retellai.com/t/timezone-mismatch-during-outbound-calls-despite-correct-profile-cal-com-event-settings/783) [[5] Discord message from @nocodecreative.io on 2024-12-15](https://discord.com/channels/1186424376300679209/1186462578310910112/1317840635717222432) ​

Feel free to tag @AI Evy with additional questions. I also appreciate feedback, it helps me improve.

Thanks for the feedback, glad I was helpful.