What Time Is It in California?
See what time it is in California right now, with the date, time zone and the time difference from where you are.
About this tool
California is a US state. The whole state uses Pacific Time. Standard time is UTC−8 (PST), and during daylight saving time it is UTC−7 (PDT). Next changes: clocks go back on November 1, 2026; clocks go forward on March 14, 2027. California is normally 8 hours behind London. For a few weeks a year (7 hours behind) the difference changes, because the clocks are changed on different dates.
Frequently asked questions
What time zone is California in?
California: Pacific Time: standard time is UTC−8 (PST), and during daylight saving time it is UTC−7 (PDT).
Does California have daylight saving time?
Yes. California sets the clocks forward in spring and back in autumn. Next changes: clocks go back on November 1, 2026; clocks go forward on March 14, 2027.
What is the time difference between California and London?
California is normally 8 hours behind London. For a few weeks a year (7 hours behind) the difference changes, because the clocks are changed on different dates.
Why does the clock show a slightly different time than mine?
The page takes the time from the internet and adjusts for delay, so it is accurate to the second.