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Phoenix, United States
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Friday, September 11, 2026
Time in Phoenix – Current Local Time
Live local time, MST clock, UTC offset, and time differences for Phoenix, United States.
Timezone: MST (America/Phoenix)Offset: UTC-7DST: Not observed (constant all year)
Phoenix is situated in United States (North America) and observes the America/Phoenix (MST) time standard at UTC-7 from Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). Phoenix maintains a constant UTC-7 offset year-round, without seasonal Daylight Saving Time transitions.
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 Phoenix?
Calculated time differences between Phoenix (UTC-7) and major international business hubs, dynamically accounting for active Daylight Saving Time shifts.
| Financial Hub | Current Timezone | Phoenix Status | Time at 12:00 PM in Phoenix |
|---|---|---|---|
| New YorkUnited States | EST/EDT | Phoenix is 3 hours behind | 3:00 PM |
| LondonUnited Kingdom | GMT/BST | Phoenix is 8 hours behind | 8:00 PM |
| TokyoJapan | JST | Phoenix is 16 hours behind | 4:00 AM |
| SydneyAustralia | AEST/AEDT | Phoenix is 17 hours behind | 5:00 AM |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Time in Phoenix
What time is it in Phoenix right now?
The live clock at the top of this page shows the exact current time in Phoenix, United States, updated every second. Phoenix is on MST (UTC-7 from UTC).
What time zone is Phoenix in?
Phoenix uses the America/Phoenix time zone (MST), which is UTC-7 from Coordinated Universal Time. This offset stays the same all year because Phoenix does not observe Daylight Saving Time.
What is the time difference between Phoenix and New York?
Phoenix is currently 3 hours behind New York. When it is 9:00 AM in New York, it is 6:00 AM in Phoenix. This accounts for any Daylight Saving Time in effect.
What is the time difference between Phoenix and London?
Phoenix is currently 8 hours behind London. When it is 9:00 AM in London, it is 1:00 AM in Phoenix. This accounts for any Daylight Saving Time in effect.
Does Phoenix observe Daylight Saving Time?
No. Phoenix does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so its UTC-7 offset from UTC stays constant throughout the year.
When is the best time to schedule a call with someone in Phoenix?
Standard business hours in Phoenix are 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM local time (MST). Use the timeline planner on this page to line up Phoenix's working hours with your own time zone and find an overlap that suits both sides.
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Phoenix at a Glance
Population
1.7M
UTC Offset
UTC-7
DST Observed
No
Main Airport
PHX
Languages Spoken
English
Phoenix Time & Location Profile
Timezone Identifier
America/Phoenix (MST)
Current UTC Offset
UTC-7
Daylight Saving Time
Not Observed (fixed offset year-round)
Country & Region
United States • North America
Primary Airport Code
PHX
Metropolitan Population
~1.7M
Planning a Trip or Call to Phoenix?
✈️ Flight & Airport Details
The primary international gateway serving Phoenix is PHX. When scheduling flights, account for Phoenix's constant UTC-7 offset and adjust your clock upon arrival to minimize jet lag.
💼 Business Hours & Scheduling
Phoenix does not observe Daylight Saving Time, keeping international scheduling calculations consistent all year at UTC-7.