Zone Name
Pacific Daylight Time (PDT)
34.7°
Live Global Time
Current time in Santa Monica
Live local time in Santa Monica, California, United States. Updated every second with timezone and daylight details.
UTC Offset
UTC -7
DST starts
Mar 8, 2026
DST ends
Nov 1, 2026
Difference
−7 h
Analog Clock
12
3
6
9
Sun & Moon
New Moon
0% Illuminated
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Santa Monica Time Guide
This world clock page gives you a live second-by-second time view for Santa Monica, plus sunrise, sunset, moon phase, and timezone details.
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Quick FAQ
What time is it right now in Santa Monica?
The current local time in Santa Monica updates live on this page. The timezone is Pacific Daylight Time (PDT), with a UTC offset of UTC -7.
What timezone is Santa Monica in?
Santa Monica currently uses the Pacific Daylight Time (PDT) timezone (UTC -7). The offset can change when daylight saving starts or ends.
What are today's sunrise and sunset times in Santa Monica?
You can find today's sunrise and sunset times for Santa Monica in the Sun & Moon section, together with day length and moon details.
Does Santa Monica observe daylight saving time?
This page shows whether Santa Monica observes DST this year, including the next start and end dates when applicable, next to the live clock metrics.
How can I compare nearby cities in California?
Use the Nearby Cities list for California to quickly switch between cities and compare local times and daylight conditions.
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Live local time in Santa Monica, California, United States. Updated every second with timezone and daylight details.
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