Zone Name
Eastern Daylight Time (EDT)
23.3°
Live Global Time
Current time in Boston
Live local time in Boston, Massachusetts, United States. Updated every second with timezone and daylight details.
UTC Offset
UTC -4
DST starts
Mar 8, 2026
DST ends
Nov 1, 2026
Difference
−4 h
Analog Clock
12
3
6
9
Sun & Moon
New Moon
0% Illuminated
Day Length: --h --m
Sunrise
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Sunset
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Moonrise
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Moonset
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Boston Time Guide
This world clock page gives you a live second-by-second time view for Boston, plus sunrise, sunset, moon phase, and timezone details.
Need neighboring cities in Massachusetts? Use the links on this page to compare local time and daylight context without switching tools.
Quick FAQ
What time is it right now in Boston?
The current local time in Boston updates live on this page. The timezone is Eastern Daylight Time (EDT), with a UTC offset of UTC -4.
What timezone is Boston in?
Boston currently uses the Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) timezone (UTC -4). The offset can change when daylight saving starts or ends.
What are today's sunrise and sunset times in Boston?
You can find today's sunrise and sunset times for Boston in the Sun & Moon section, together with day length and moon details.
Does Boston observe daylight saving time?
This page shows whether Boston 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 Massachusetts?
Use the Nearby Cities list for Massachusetts to quickly switch between cities and compare local times and daylight conditions.
Nearby Cities
Live local time in Boston, Massachusetts, United States. Updated every second with timezone and daylight details.
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