Time zone in San Francisco
The current local time in San Francisco, United States is shown above, synchronized to the second. San Francisco uses Pacific Standard Time (UTC-8). San Francisco observes daylight saving time. On March 8, 2026 the clocks change to Pacific Daylight Time (UTC-7). On November 1, 2026 the clocks change to Pacific Standard Time (UTC-8).
Show the time in San Francisco in fullscreen
Use the fullscreen button to turn your screen into a large clock showing the local time in San Francisco. In the settings you can choose a theme, add your own background image or switch to an analog clock face.
Frequently asked questions
What time zone is San Francisco in?
San Francisco uses Pacific Standard Time (UTC-8). The IANA time zone identifier is America/Los_Angeles.
Does San Francisco observe daylight saving time?
San Francisco observes daylight saving time. On March 8, 2026 the clocks change to Pacific Daylight Time (UTC-7). On November 1, 2026 the clocks change to Pacific Standard Time (UTC-8).
What is the time difference to San Francisco?
The time difference between your location and San Francisco is shown directly under the clock. It is calculated from your device’s time zone and always takes daylight saving time into account.