Quick facts
- Portland is 8:00 behind GMT right now
- Portland's time zone is Pacific Time
What Time Is It In Portland?
What is the current time in Portland, Oregon
The current time in Portland, Oregon is
1:39 AM
The date is November 22, 2024
What Time Zone is Portland, Oregon In?
Portland is in Pacific Time time zone, also sometimes abbreviated to PT. There are many cities and states in this time zone. This time zone consists of two "sub" time zones: PST and PDT. It is one or the other, depending on the time of year. In PT, clocks are typically moved forward and backwards anually (once forward and once backward every year).
| Timezone | Pacific | Mountain | Central | Eastern |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GMT Offset | -8:00 | -7:00 | -6:00 | -5:00 |
| 12-hour time | 4:39 AM | 3:39 AM | 2:39 AM | 1:39 AM |
| 24-hour time | 04:39 | 03:39 | 02:39 | 01:39 |
| Military time | 0439 | 0339 | 0239 | 0139 |
Portland is known for its vibrant nighlight compared to the rest of Oregon, as well as its proximity to outdoor recreation areas like Mount Hood and the Columbia River Gorge. Additionally, Portland is within driving distance of popular tourist destinations like Crater Lake National Park and the Oregon Coast.
Spring
- Average temperature: 50-65°F
- Climate: Rainy with occasional sunny days
- Unique traditions/events: Portland Rose Festival, Portland Farmers Market, Portland Dining Month
- Average daylight: 12-14 hours
Summer
- Average temperature: 70-85°F
- Climate: Warm and dry with occasional heat waves
- Unique traditions/events: Oregon Brewers Festival, Waterfront Blues Festival, Portland Saturday Market
- Average daylight: 14-16 hours
Fall
- Average temperature: 45-65°F
- Climate: Rainy with occasional sunny days
- Unique traditions/events: Portland Marathon, Portland Film Festival, Feast Portland
- Average daylight: 10-12 hours
Winter
- Average temperature: 35-50°F
- Climate: Rainy with occasional snow and ice
- Unique traditions/events: Portland International Film Festival, Holiday Ale Festival, ZooLights
- Average daylight: 8-9 hours
Portland is a vibrant city located in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States. It is situated in the state of Oregon, in the Pacific Time Zone (UTC-8). The city is approximately 51 miles away from the nearest timezone border, which is the Mountain Time Zone. The neighboring states of Washington and California are respectively 173 miles and 634 miles away from Portland. Some of the neighboring cities include Vancouver, Beaverton, and Gresham. If someone were to drive from Portland across America, it would take approximately 41 hours. Learn more about traveling to Portland and discover all the exciting things this city has to offer.
| Destination | Distance (miles) | Time (hours) | Timezone Change (hours) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yosemite National Park | 748 | 14.96 | -1 |
| White House in Washington D.C. | 2,800 | 56 | +3 |
| Denali National Park | 2,400 | 48 | -2 |
| Las Vegas Strip | 972 | 19.44 | -1 |
| Citizens Bank Park | 2,700 | 54 | +3 |
| Niagara Falls | 2,400 | 48 | +3 |
| Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco | 635 | 12.7 | -2 |
| Yellowstone | 765 | 15.3 | -1 |
| Manhattan | 2,900 | 58 | +3 |
| Grand Canyon | 1,100 | 22 | -1 |
Other times in the United States
The United States has four main time zones and six time zones including Alaska and Hawaii. Time can span between six hours and range from -5 UTC hours to -10 UTC, making time in Portland change by a 6 hour time frame in the United States. Here are the most popular current times across the USA.
| City | State | Timezone | 12-hour time | 24 hour time | Military time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York City | New York | Eastern Time | 6:24 PM | 18:24 | 1824 |
| Philadelphia | Pennsylvania | Eastern Time | 6:24 PM | 18:24 | 1824 |
| Boston | Massachusetts | Eastern Time | 6:24 PM | 18:24 | 1824 |
| Chicago | Illinois | Central Time | 5:24 PM | 17:24 | 1724 |
| Phoenix | Arizona | Mountain Time | 3:24 PM | 15:24 | 1524 |
| Los Angeles | California | Pacific Time | 3:24 PM | 15:24 | 1524 |