Boston Time Now
United States
11:20:59
Friday, December 5, 2025
UTC -05:00
675,000
Timezone
America/New_York
UTC Offset
-05:00
DST Status
Inactive
Population
675,000
Timezone Information
Timezone:
America/New_York
Current UTC Offset:
-05:00
Standard Offset:
UTC -05:00
Daylight Saving:
Yes
Currently DST:
Inactive
Did You Know?
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Eastern Standard Time (EST)1
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Historical American city2
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Major education hub3
About Boston
Colonial history permeates streets that follow cow paths rather than logical grid patterns. Universities educate students who often stay after graduation, keeping the population young and educated. Red Sox fans maintain passionate devotion that borders on religious fervor. Winter nor'easters dump snow that locals handle with practiced efficiency. Tech companies increasingly compete with universities for top talent in biotech and software.
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