California
Pacific Time Zone
Explains the fundamentals of PST/PDT and its relation to UTC.
Los Angeles operates on Pacific Time (PT). It observes Daylight Saving Time, switching between Pacific Standard Time (PST) at UTC-8 during winter and Pacific Daylight Time (PDT) at UTC-7 in the summer.
LA Commute Flow
Visually represents the notorious LA traffic patterns throughout the day.
What time it is in LA dictates the flow of traffic. This tracker visualizes the typical intensity of commuter traffic on the freeways throughout a standard weekday.
Hollywood's Golden Hour
Tracks the critical morning and evening time windows for perfect cinematic lighting.
For filmmakers and photographers, the most important time is "Golden Hour"—the period shortly after sunrise and before sunset, providing perfect, soft lighting.
Film Production Time
Illustrates how the 24-hour Pacific Time clock governs the industry's schedule.
The entire entertainment industry runs on a strict 24-hour schedule based on LA time, from early morning calls for shoots to late-night editing sessions.
Tide & Surf Time
Provides essential daily tide information for LA's iconic coastal and surfing lifestyle.
Coastal life is governed by the tides. Surfers, beachgoers, and marine biologists all schedule their days around the high and low tide times in Santa Monica Bay.
Silicon Beach Tech Sync
Highlights the importance of local LA time for collaborating with global tech partners.
LA's tech hub, "Silicon Beach," collaborates with teams worldwide. Knowing the time overlap is crucial for virtual meetings, project deadlines, and maintaining a global workflow.
LAX International Departures
Shows a snapshot of live flight statuses, underscoring LA's role as a global travel nexus.
As one of the world's busiest airports, LAX operates on a precise 24/7 schedule. Local Pacific Time is the standard for all flight schedules and airport operations.
Lakers Game Countdown
Counts down to major sporting events, a key time-based interest for fans.
For millions of sports fans, "what time is it?" means "how long until the game starts?" All major league sports events are scheduled in local LA time.
Nightlife Pulse
Charts the rhythm of the city's vibrant nightlife, from evening dining to late-night entertainment.
Los Angeles has a legendary nightlife scene. This pulse meter shows the typical energy levels, from early evening dinners to late-night clubbing, all on LA time.