Current local time in Boston
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About time in Boston
Boston uses the IANA zone America/New York: UTC−5 in standard time and UTC−4 during daylight saving time. Yes. In 2026 clocks change on 8 March and 1 November.
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Frequently asked questions
What time zone is Boston in?
Boston uses the IANA zone America/New York: UTC−5 in standard time and UTC−4 during daylight saving time.
Does Boston observe daylight saving time?
Yes. In 2026 clocks change on 8 March and 1 November.
What are the coordinates of Boston?
The city centre is at about 42.3300°, -71.0700° (Northern and Western Hemispheres).