Current local time in Phoenix
Phoenix, United States, uses the America/Phoenix time zone (Mountain Standard Time). There is no daylight saving: the offset stays UTC−7 all year. Below: the live clock, exact clock-change dates, sunrise and sunset, and the best times to call other cities.
- Time zone
- Mountain Standard TimeMST
- UTC offset now
- UTC−7
- Daylight saving
- Not observed
- Dialing code
- +1
The time zone, at a glance.
Phoenix follows America/Phoenix. No UTC-offset changes are scheduled during 2026 under the current time zone rules. For an appointment, use the date of the event: another city can change its clocks even when this one does not.
Offsets shown at local noon on the 15th of each month, 2026. Exact transition instants are listed below.
When do the clocks change?
2026
No clock change scheduled in 2026. Phoenix stays on UTC−7 throughout this calendar year.
2027
No clock change scheduled in 2027. Phoenix stays on UTC−7 throughout this calendar year.
Future dates reflect the time zone database available at build time (2026-10-22), not a promise that governments will leave the rules unchanged. See the international clock-change calendar →
How the light changes in Phoenix.
Of these monthly samples, Jun has the most daylight (14h 22m) and Dec the least (9h 57m).
| Date in 2026 | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight | UTC offset |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 15 | 7:32 AM | 5:43 PM | 10h 11m | UTC−7 |
| Feb 15 | 7:12 AM | 6:13 PM | 11h 1m | UTC−7 |
| Mar 15 | 6:38 AM | 6:36 PM | 11h 58m | UTC−7 |
| Apr 15 | 5:57 AM | 6:59 PM | 13h 1m | UTC−7 |
| May 15 | 5:27 AM | 7:21 PM | 13h 54m | UTC−7 |
| Jun 15 | 5:18 AM | 7:39 PM | 14h 22m | UTC−7 |
| Jul 15 | 5:29 AM | 7:38 PM | 14h 9m | UTC−7 |
| Aug 15 | 5:50 AM | 7:14 PM | 13h 23m | UTC−7 |
| Sep 15 | 6:11 AM | 6:34 PM | 12h 23m | UTC−7 |
| Oct 15 | 6:33 AM | 5:54 PM | 11h 21m | UTC−7 |
| Nov 15 | 6:59 AM | 5:25 PM | 10h 26m | UTC−7 |
| Dec 15 | 7:25 AM | 5:22 PM | 9h 57m | UTC−7 |
Local civil times; a jump in sunrise on the clock can reflect daylight saving, not an abrupt change in the Sun’s movement.
Compare Phoenix with your world.
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Best times to call from Phoenix
One-hour calls on Thursday, October 22, 2026, preferring 9 am – 5 pm on both sides. Times are Phoenix time unless marked.
| Calling | Difference | Best one-hour window | Fit |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York | 3 hours ahead | 9:00 AM–2:00 PM (12:00 PM–5:00 PM there) | Working hours for both |
| London | 8 hours ahead | 7:00 AM–1:00 PM (3:00 PM–9:00 PM there) | Early or late for someone |
| Tokyo | 16 hours ahead | 3:00 PM–9:00 PM (7:00 AM–1:00 PM there) | Early or late for someone |
| Los Angeles | the same time as | 9:00 AM–5:00 PM (9:00 AM–5:00 PM there) | Working hours for both |
| Sydney | 18 hours ahead | 3:00 PM–5:00 PM (9:00 AM–11:00 AM there) | Working hours for both |
| Dubai | 11 hours ahead | 9:00 AM–10:00 AM (8:00 PM–9:00 PM there) | Early or late for someone |
Calculated for the date above; differences can change around clock-change dates. Public holidays and personal schedules are not included.
Upcoming public holidays
National holidays in the United States, when offices and banks are often closed. Regional holidays are not listed.
- Wed, Nov 11, 2026 · Veterans Day
- Thu, Nov 26, 2026 · Thanksgiving Day
- Fri, Dec 25, 2026 · Christmas Day
- Fri, Jan 1, 2027 · New Year's Day
- Mon, Jan 18, 2027 · Martin Luther King Jr. Day
- Mon, Feb 15, 2027 · Washington's Birthday
Airports serving Phoenix
Flight times are published in each airport’s local time. Airports with scheduled service within 80 km; straight-line distance from the city center.
- PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport · 6 km
- AZA Mesa Gateway Airport · 42 km
Places that share Phoenix’s clock
These places use the same America/Phoenix rules, so their time always matches Phoenix, including clock changes.
- Mesa · United States of America
- Tucson · United States of America
- Glendale · United States of America
- Yuma · United States of America
- Flagstaff · United States of America
- Lake Havasu City · United States of America
- Prescott · United States of America
- Casa Grande · United States of America
- Bullhead City · United States of America
- Kingman · United States of America
- Douglas · United States of America
- Nogales · United States of America
- Scottsdale · United States of America
- Safford · United States of America
- Willcox · United States of America
- Gila Bend · United States of America
- Tombstone · United States of America
- Grand Canyon · United States of America
Also on UTC−7 today
Countries with places on the same offset on 2026-10-22. Their clocks match Phoenix today but may differ after a clock change.
- United States of America
- Mexico
- Canada
Questions about time in Phoenix
What time zone is Phoenix in?
Phoenix uses the IANA time zone America/Phoenix, known as Mountain Standard Time. Its offset is UTC−7 all year. See MST for how the abbreviation is used.
Does Phoenix observe daylight saving time?
No. Phoenix keeps UTC−7 all year.
What is the time difference between Phoenix and other major cities?
On Thursday, October 22, 2026: New York is 3 hours ahead of Phoenix; London is 8 hours ahead of Phoenix; Tokyo is 16 hours ahead of Phoenix; Los Angeles is on the same time; Sydney is 18 hours ahead of Phoenix; Dubai is 11 hours ahead of Phoenix.
How do I call Phoenix from abroad?
Dial your international access code (or + on a mobile), then +1, then the local number without its leading trunk zero where one is used. Check the best calling windows above before you dial.
What these numbers can—and cannot—tell you.
The live clock converts your device’s time with your browser’s IANA-based time zone data. It does not independently synchronize your clock. The solar calculations use SunCalc with representative city-center coordinates; civil sunrise and sunset are approximate horizon events, not weather forecasts.
Our date-aware calculations are more useful than treating Phoenix as a permanently fixed abbreviation. For calendar software, use America/Phoenix. For a one-off invitation, include the full date and a shared conversion link. Read the methodology and data limitations.