Current Time in Massachusetts
Massachusetts runs on Eastern Time.
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Capital
Boston
Time zone(s)
Eastern Time
Daylight saving
Observed
Population
7,000,000
Cities in Massachusetts
Massachusetts vs. other US zones
| Location | Current time | UTC offset | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Time | 2:42 PM CDT | UTC-5 | 1 hour behind |
| Mountain Time | 1:42 PM MDT | UTC-6 | 2 hours behind |
| Pacific Time | 12:42 PM PDT | UTC-7 | 3 hours behind |
| Alaska Time | 11:42 AM AKDT | UTC-8 | 4 hours behind |
| Hawaii-Aleutian Time | 9:42 AM HST | UTC-10 | 6 hours behind |
| Atlantic Time | 3:42 PM AST | UTC-4 | same time |
| Samoa Time | 8:42 AM GMT-11 | UTC-11 | 7 hours behind |
| Chamorro Time | 5:42 AM GMT+10 | UTC+10 | 14 hours ahead |
Frequently asked questions
What time zone is Massachusetts in?
Massachusetts is entirely in the Eastern Time zone.
Does Massachusetts observe daylight saving time?
Yes, Massachusetts observes daylight saving time, following the same national schedule as most of the country.
What is Massachusetts's capital and what time zone is it in?
Boston is Massachusetts's capital.