UPS typically delivers residential packages as late as 8:00 PM to 9:00 PM local time, though most arrive between 9:00 AM and 7:00 PM. Business deliveries generally end by 5:00 PM. Deliveries can extend later during peak seasons, high volume, or weather delays, sometimes up to 9:30 PM or beyond in rare cases.
Delivery by Service
UPS Ground service delivers to residences from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM Monday through Saturday. Premium options like Next Day Air aim for earlier cutoffs, such as by 10:30 AM or end of day, but actual times align with standard windows. Weekend deliveries, when available, follow similar 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM residential schedules.
Factors Affecting Timing
High package volumes, traffic, or rural routes often push deliveries toward evening hours. Drivers may complete routes after official cutoffs during busy periods like holidays. Track packages via UPS.com for real-time "Out for Delivery" status, which signals potential arrival by 9:30 PM.
