Time-zone abbreviation
PDT time now
PDT has several regional meanings. Compare the current time, UTC offset and IANA rule set before scheduling.
Pacific Daylight Time
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
PDT is ambiguous. It has 2 represented meanings on this page. Use a city or IANA identifier for conversion.
Regional definitions
What PDT can mean
Current abbreviations and offsets are calculated for this instant. A regional zone may be in a different seasonal phase today.
Pacific Daylight Time
North America4:34 AM
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
Pacific Time
North America4:34 AM
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
| Meaning | Current abbreviation | UTC offset | Rule set | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pacific Daylight Time North America | Pacific Daylight Time | UTC-07:00 | Fixed offset | The UTC-07:00 daylight-time phase of Pacific Time. |
| Pacific Time North America | PDT | UTC-07:00 | America/Los_Angeles | A regional zone that uses PDT during its daylight-saving period. |
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PDT time-zone questions
What does PDT mean?
On this page PDT can refer to Pacific Daylight Time, Pacific Time. The intended meaning depends on the region and date.
Is PDT a unique time zone?
No.
Can the UTC offset for PDT change?
A fixed abbreviation entry has a fixed offset, but a geographic regional time zone can switch abbreviations or offsets under daylight-saving rules.
What should I enter in the time converter?
Use a city or an IANA time-zone identifier when an abbreviation is ambiguous. This avoids silently choosing the wrong region.
