Current Time in Washington
Washington runs on Pacific Time.
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Capital
Olympia
Time zone(s)
Pacific Time
Daylight saving
Observed
Population
7,900,000
Cities in Washington
Washington vs. other US zones
| Location | Current time | UTC offset | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Time | 1:26 PM EST | UTC-5 | 3 hours ahead |
| Central Time | 12:26 PM CST | UTC-6 | 2 hours ahead |
| Mountain Time | 11:26 AM MST | UTC-7 | 1 hour ahead |
| Alaska Time | 9:26 AM AKST | UTC-9 | 1 hour behind |
| Hawaii-Aleutian Time | 8:26 AM HST | UTC-10 | 2 hours behind |
| Atlantic Time | 2:26 PM AST | UTC-4 | 4 hours ahead |
| Samoa Time | 7:26 AM GMT-11 | UTC-11 | 3 hours behind |
| Chamorro Time | 4:26 AM GMT+10 | UTC+10 | 18 hours ahead |
Frequently asked questions
What time zone is Washington in?
Washington is entirely in the Pacific Time zone.
Does Washington observe daylight saving time?
Yes, Washington observes daylight saving time, following the same national schedule as most of the country.
What is Washington's capital and what time zone is it in?
Olympia is Washington's capital.