Current Time in Baja California, Mexico
Baja California is on Pacific Standard Time – PST (UTC−8) right now. It switches to PDT (UTC−7) on 14 Mar 2027.
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Time zone of Baja California
| Time zone | Pacific Standard Time |
|---|---|
| Abbreviation | PST |
| UTC offset | UTC−8 |
| IANA time zone id | America/Tijuana |
| Daylight saving time | Yes – UTC−8 in winter, UTC−7 in summer |
Time difference between Baja California and other cities
Daylight saving time in Baja California
2026
- 8 March 2026: Clocks go forward 1 hour at 01:59 local time, from PST (UTC−8) to PDT (UTC−7).
- 1 November 2026: Clocks go back 1 hour at 01:59 local time, from PDT (UTC−7) to PST (UTC−8).
2027
- 14 March 2027: Clocks go forward 1 hour at 01:59 local time, from PST (UTC−8) to PDT (UTC−7).
- 7 November 2027: Clocks go back 1 hour at 01:59 local time, from PDT (UTC−7) to PST (UTC−8).
Baja California time FAQ
What time is it in Baja California right now?
Baja California is on PST (UTC−8). The live clock at the top of this page shows the current local time in Baja California, updated every second.
What time zone is Baja California in?
Baja California is in Pacific Standard Time, abbreviated PST, UTC−8. Its IANA time zone id is America/Tijuana.
Does Baja California observe daylight saving time?
Yes. The next change is on 14 Mar 2027, when clocks go forward one hour from PST to PDT.
What is the time difference between Baja California and New York?
New York is 3 hours ahead of Baja California.
Cities in Baja California
Updated 6 November 2026. Time zone data: IANA tz database.