mcp-datetime

What is mcp-datetime?

mcp-datetime is an MCP (Model Context Protocol) server that provides current date and time functionality, returning the date and time in ISO 8601 format. It is built with Rust and intended for use with MCP-aware clients such as Cursor.

How to use mcp-datetime?

Install mcp-datetime via Cargo with cargo install --git https://github.com/GeorgeHahn/mcp-datetime, then add the JSON configuration shown below to your MCP configuration file (typically ~/.cursor/mcp.json) under a key named "datetime" with the command "mcp-datetime".

Key features of mcp-datetime

• Returns current date and time in ISO 8601 format
• Lightweight MCP server written in Rust

Use cases of mcp-datetime

• Provide a timestamp to an AI assistant or MCP client
• Obtain the current UTC date/time during automated workflows

FAQ from mcp-datetime

What does mcp-datetime do?

It supplies the current date and time in ISO 8601 format when queried.

How do I install mcp-datetime?

Install Rust and Cargo, then run cargo install --git https://github.com/GeorgeHahn/mcp-datetime.

What configuration is needed?

Add an entry to your MCP configuration file (e.g., ~/.cursor/mcp.json) under a "datetime" key with "command": "mcp-datetime".

Is there any output besides ISO 8601?

No, the README only mentions providing the current date and time in ISO 8601 format.

What are the runtime requirements?

The server requires Rust and Cargo to be installed on the system.