What Time is it in Boston Right Now?
Live local time in Boston, United States — updates every second.
Eastern Standard Time · UTC-5 (summer UTC-4)
Daylight Saving Time
Boston observes daylight saving time. Standard offset is UTC-5; during DST it shifts to UTC-4.
Next change: November 1, 2026 — clocks fall back one hour (DST ends).
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FAQ — Time in Boston
What time is it in Boston right now?
The current local time in Boston is shown live on this page. Boston is in the Eastern Standard Time timezone (UTC-5).
What timezone is Boston in?
Boston, United States is in the Eastern Standard Time timezone. The standard UTC offset is UTC-5, and UTC-4 during daylight saving time.
Does Boston observe daylight saving time?
Yes, Boston observes daylight saving time (DST). Clocks move forward one hour to UTC-4 during the summer months.
What is the UTC offset of Boston?
Boston is at UTC-5 from UTC during standard (winter) time, and UTC-4 during daylight saving time (summer).
How do I convert the time from Boston to my timezone?
Use our Timezone Converter — enter the Boston timezone and your local timezone to calculate the time difference instantly.