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Current time in Seattle
Pacific Standard Time. Currently on daylight saving time.
Wednesday, October 14, 2026
Daylight saving
Active
Ends Nov 1, 2026 · in 2 weeks
Through the current period
93%About Seattle time
Seattle keeps two clocks.
Seattle runs on Pacific Time, so the city's tech-heavy workday often starts a bit later than on the East Coast, giving remote teams a natural buffer for morning standups. With long summer evenings stretching past 9 PM, it's common to wrap up calls while the sun is still shining over the Puget Sound.
Daylight saving
The year, by the clock.
Now
PDT
Daylight saving · since Mar 8, 2026
Next change
Nov 1, 2026
Clocks fall back · in 2 weeks
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Seattle to the world's clocks.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Seattle's time zone, daylight saving rules, and scheduling across it. Can't find what you need? Email [email protected].
- How does Seattle's daylight saving affect meeting times with New York?
- During PDT, Seattle is 3 hours behind New York, so a 9 AM PT start lands at noon ET—perfect for East Coast lunch breaks.
- Why do Seattle workdays feel longer in summer?
- Daylight saving pushes sunset past 9 PM in June and July, so many teams keep working into the evening while it's still bright outside.
- Is Seattle's timezone the same as Los Angeles?
- Yes, both cities share America/Los_Angeles, so coordinating between them requires no time conversion at all.
- What's the earliest sunrise in Seattle during PDT?
- Around 5:10 AM in late June, giving early risers a head start before most offices open.
- How does Seattle's latitude affect its work rhythm?
- At 47°N, Seattle gets nearly 16 hours of daylight in summer, encouraging flexible schedules and outdoor breaks.
- Do all of Washington state observe daylight saving?
- Yes, the entire state follows PDT in summer and PST in winter, so Seattle's offset is consistent statewide.
- What's the latest sunset in Seattle?
- Around 9:10 PM in late June, making it one of the latest sunsets among major U.S. cities.
- How does Seattle's timezone impact global teams?
- PDT aligns well with Asian evening hours and European afternoons, making it a hub for cross-continental collaboration.
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