Understanding California's Time Zones: PST and PDT
Pacific Standard Time (PST) and Pacific Daylight Time (PDT)
California is situated in the Pacific Time Zone, which operates on Pacific Standard Time (PST) during standard time and Pacific Daylight Time (PDT) during Daylight Saving Time.
Current Time in Major California Cities
To find the current time in major California cities, visit a reputable time zone converter website or refer to a time zone map. Here are some examples:
- Los Angeles: https://time.is/Los_Angeles
- San Francisco: https://time.is/San_Francisco
- San Diego: https://time.is/San_Diego
Time Zone Map
For a visual representation of California's time zone, consult a time zone map that displays the current time in various cities throughout the state.
Key Time Zone Facts for California
- UTC offset: -8 hours (PST), -7 hours (PDT)
- Daylight Saving Time (DST) begins: Second Sunday in March
- Daylight Saving Time (DST) ends: First Sunday in November
When Does the Clock Change in California?
For the year 2024, the clock in California will change as follows:
- Spring forward to PDT: Sunday, March 10, 2024, at 2:00 AM
- Fall back to PST: Sunday, November 3, 2024, at 2:00 AM
Additional Information
For further details on California's time zones, including weather, area codes, and more, refer to the following resources:
- Time and Date: https://www.timeanddate.com/time/zone/usa/california
- World Time Zones: https://www.worldtimezones.com/usa/california
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