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Los Angeles, United States
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Friday, September 11, 2026
Time in Los Angeles – Current Local Time
Live local time, PST/PDT clock, UTC offset, and time differences for Los Angeles, United States.
Timezone: PST/PDT (America/Los_Angeles)Offset: UTC-7DST: Active in summer
Los Angeles is situated in United States (North America) and observes the America/Los_Angeles (PST/PDT) time standard at UTC-7 from Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). Clocks in Los Angeles observe Daylight Saving Time, shifting forward by one hour during warmer months to extend evening daylight.
The live clock above reflects current civil time to the second, providing accurate local hours for travel planning, cross-border meeting coordination, and international communications.
Time zone data verified and last updated: September 12, 2026
How Many Hours Ahead or Behind is Los Angeles?
Calculated time differences between Los Angeles (UTC-7) and major international business hubs, dynamically accounting for active Daylight Saving Time shifts.
| Financial Hub | Current Timezone | Los Angeles Status | Time at 12:00 PM in Los Angeles |
|---|---|---|---|
| New YorkUnited States | EST/EDT | Los Angeles is 3 hours behind | 3:00 PM |
| LondonUnited Kingdom | GMT/BST | Los Angeles is 8 hours behind | 8:00 PM |
| TokyoJapan | JST | Los Angeles is 16 hours behind | 4:00 AM |
| SydneyAustralia | AEST/AEDT | Los Angeles is 17 hours behind | 5:00 AM |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Time in Los Angeles
What time is it in Los Angeles right now?
The live clock at the top of this page shows the exact current time in Los Angeles, United States, updated every second. Los Angeles is on PST/PDT (UTC-7 from UTC) and the clock adjusts automatically when Daylight Saving Time starts or ends.
What time zone is Los Angeles in?
Los Angeles uses the America/Los_Angeles time zone (PST/PDT), which is UTC-7 from Coordinated Universal Time. During Daylight Saving Time the offset shifts by one hour.
What is the time difference between Los Angeles and New York?
Los Angeles is currently 3 hours behind New York. When it is 9:00 AM in New York, it is 6:00 AM in Los Angeles. This accounts for any Daylight Saving Time in effect.
What is the time difference between Los Angeles and London?
Los Angeles is currently 8 hours behind London. When it is 9:00 AM in London, it is 1:00 AM in Los Angeles. This accounts for any Daylight Saving Time in effect.
Does Los Angeles observe Daylight Saving Time?
Yes. Los Angeles observes Daylight Saving Time: clocks move forward one hour in spring and back one hour in autumn. The live clock on this page always shows the correct current time, including DST.
When is the best time to schedule a call with someone in Los Angeles?
Standard business hours in Los Angeles are 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM local time (PST/PDT). Use the timeline planner on this page to line up Los Angeles's working hours with your own time zone and find an overlap that suits both sides.
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Los Angeles at a Glance
Population
4.0M
UTC Offset
UTC-7
DST Observed
Yes
Main Airport
LAX
Languages Spoken
EnglishSpanish
Los Angeles Time & Location Profile
Timezone Identifier
America/Los_Angeles (PST/PDT)
Current UTC Offset
UTC-7
Daylight Saving Time
Observed (seasonal 1-hour adjustment)
Country & Region
United States • North America
Primary Airport Code
LAX
Metropolitan Population
~4.0M
Planning a Trip or Call to Los Angeles?
✈️ Flight & Airport Details
The primary international gateway serving Los Angeles is LAX. When scheduling flights, account for Los Angeles's constant UTC-7 offset and adjust your clock upon arrival to minimize jet lag.
💼 Business Hours & Scheduling
Since Los Angeles observes Daylight Saving Time, double-check whether seasonal clock changes are active during your travel or scheduling window.