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Seattle, United States
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Friday, September 11, 2026
Time in Seattle – Current Local Time
Live local time, PST/PDT clock, UTC offset, and time differences for Seattle, United States.
Timezone: PST/PDT (America/Los_Angeles)Offset: UTC-7DST: Active in summer
Seattle 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 Seattle 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 Seattle?
Calculated time differences between Seattle (UTC-7) and major international business hubs, dynamically accounting for active Daylight Saving Time shifts.
| Financial Hub | Current Timezone | Seattle Status | Time at 12:00 PM in Seattle |
|---|---|---|---|
| New YorkUnited States | EST/EDT | Seattle is 3 hours behind | 3:00 PM |
| LondonUnited Kingdom | GMT/BST | Seattle is 8 hours behind | 8:00 PM |
| TokyoJapan | JST | Seattle is 16 hours behind | 4:00 AM |
| SydneyAustralia | AEST/AEDT | Seattle is 17 hours behind | 5:00 AM |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Time in Seattle
What time is it in Seattle right now?
The live clock at the top of this page shows the exact current time in Seattle, United States, updated every second. Seattle is on PST/PDT (UTC-7 from UTC) and the clock adjusts automatically when Daylight Saving Time starts or ends.
What time zone is Seattle in?
Seattle 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 Seattle and New York?
Seattle is currently 3 hours behind New York. When it is 9:00 AM in New York, it is 6:00 AM in Seattle. This accounts for any Daylight Saving Time in effect.
What is the time difference between Seattle and London?
Seattle is currently 8 hours behind London. When it is 9:00 AM in London, it is 1:00 AM in Seattle. This accounts for any Daylight Saving Time in effect.
Does Seattle observe Daylight Saving Time?
Yes. Seattle 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 Seattle?
Standard business hours in Seattle are 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM local time (PST/PDT). Use the timeline planner on this page to line up Seattle's working hours with your own time zone and find an overlap that suits both sides.
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Seattle at a Glance
Population
750K
UTC Offset
UTC-7
DST Observed
Yes
Main Airport
SEA
Languages Spoken
English
Seattle 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
SEA
Metropolitan Population
~750K
Planning a Trip or Call to Seattle?
✈️ Flight & Airport Details
The primary international gateway serving Seattle is SEA. When scheduling flights, account for Seattle's constant UTC-7 offset and adjust your clock upon arrival to minimize jet lag.
💼 Business Hours & Scheduling
Since Seattle observes Daylight Saving Time, double-check whether seasonal clock changes are active during your travel or scheduling window.