What time zone is Oregon in?
Oregon is split between two time zones. Most of the state uses Pacific Time (PST, UTC−8 / PDT, UTC−7). Mountain Time (MST, UTC−7 / MDT, UTC−6) is used in most of Malheur County on the Idaho border (Ontario, Vale).
Time zones in Oregon
| Zone | Offset | Time now |
|---|---|---|
| Pacific Time | PST, UTC−8 / PDT, UTC−7 | |
| Mountain Time | MST, UTC−7 / MDT, UTC−6 |
Cities in Oregon
| City | Time zone | Time now |
|---|---|---|
| Portland | Pacific Time | |
| Salem | Pacific Time | |
| Eugene | Pacific Time | |
| Bend | Pacific Time | |
| Ontario | Mountain Time |
Daylight saving time
Yes. Oregon changes clocks on the second Sunday in March and the first Sunday in November.
Neighbouring states
- Washington: Pacific Time
- Idaho: Mountain Time, Pacific Time
- Nevada: Pacific Time, Mountain Time
- California: Pacific Time
Other states on Pacific Time
Questions people ask
What time zone is Oregon in?
Oregon is split between two time zones. Most of the state uses Pacific Time (PST, UTC−8 / PDT, UTC−7). Mountain Time (MST, UTC−7 / MDT, UTC−6) is used in most of Malheur County on the Idaho border (Ontario, Vale).
Does Oregon observe daylight saving time?
Yes. Oregon changes clocks on the second Sunday in March and the first Sunday in November.
What time is it in Oregon right now?
The live clock above shows the current time in Oregon's Pacific Time areas. The table shows each part of the state.
Is Oregon split between time zones?
Yes. Most of Oregon uses Pacific Time. Mountain Time is used in most of Malheur County on the Idaho border (Ontario, Vale).