Pacific Standard Time (PST) is a time zone used in the western United States, parts of Canada, and Mexico. PST is 8 hours behind Coordinated Universal Time (UTC−8) and is commonly used in cities such as Los Angeles, Vancouver, and Seattle during the standard time period.
Current Time in PST
Pacific Standard Time is widely used across the west coast of North America. During daylight saving time, this region shifts to Pacific Daylight Time (PDT).
Quick Facts
- Time Zone: Pacific Standard Time (PST)
- UTC Offset: UTC −8 hours
- Daylight Saving Time: Yes (switches to PDT)
- Major Cities: Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, Vancouver
- Region: Western United States and Canada
Time Difference From PST
Examples of time differences compared to PST:
Daylight Saving Time
Regions using Pacific Standard Time switch to Pacific Daylight Time (PDT) during daylight saving time.
- Standard Time: UTC −8
- Daylight Saving Time: UTC −7
The clock changes usually occur:
- March: clocks move forward
- November: clocks move back
Frequently Asked Questions
What does PST stand for?
PST stands for Pacific Standard Time.
Which places use PST?
The west coast of the United States and Canada, including California and Washington.
What is the difference between PST and PDT?
PST is used during winter months, while PDT is used during daylight saving time.
Where PST Is Used
Pacific Standard Time is used in:
- United States (California, Washington, Nevada, Oregon)
- Canada (British Columbia)
- Parts of Mexico
Additional Note
Pacific Time is widely used in the technology and entertainment industries because major companies and media organizations are located on the west coast of the United States.
