Current Time in Phoenix
The current local time in Phoenix, United States, updated live every second.
Note The time is computed in your browser from Phoenix’s official time zone (America/Phoenix) — never hardcoded. Phoenix keeps UTC-7 year-round.
Phoenix vs other United States cities, right now
Live current time in nearby major cities, and how far each is ahead of or behind Phoenix.
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How to read the time in Phoenix
- 01 The large clock shows Phoenix’s current local time, ticking every second in 24-hour format, with the 12-hour (AM/PM) time beside it.
- 02 Read the zone label and UTC offset to see how Phoenix relates to Coordinated Universal Time — it updates itself when daylight saving changes.
- 03Use the “ahead of / behind your local time” line to convert Phoenix time to your own instantly.
Frequently asked questions
What time zone is Phoenix in?
Phoenix, United States uses the America/Phoenix time zone (IANA identifier). Phoenix stays on UTC-7 all year and does not change its clocks for daylight saving time.
Does Phoenix observe daylight saving time?
No. Phoenix keeps the same offset (UTC-7) throughout the year and does not adjust its clocks seasonally, so its local time relative to UTC never changes.
What is the time difference between Phoenix and New York?
The gap between Phoenix and New York depends on the current daylight-saving state of each city, so it can shift during the year. The live reference table above shows exactly how many hours New York and other cities are ahead of or behind Phoenix right now.
Is this Phoenix clock accurate and free?
Yes. The time is calculated live in your browser from Phoenix's official IANA time zone (America/Phoenix) and your device clock — nothing is hardcoded and nothing is uploaded. It is completely free and needs no sign-up.