Portland uses Pacific Time (PT) — UTC−8 in winter (PST) and UTC−7 in summer (PDT). Known as the "City of Roses", Portland is famous for its eco-friendly culture, vibrant food scene, craft beer, independent bookstores, and the slogan "Keep Portland Weird".
Everything you need to know about Portland's time zone, UTC offset, and Daylight Saving Time schedule.
From the first Sunday of November to the second Sunday of March, Portland observes PST (UTC−8). This is the standard winter time used across the US West Coast.
From the second Sunday of March to the first Sunday of November, Portland advances to PDT (UTC−7) — clocks move forward 1 hour, giving longer summer evenings.
The official IANA time zone name for Portland is America/Los_Angeles. This identifier is used in programming, operating systems, and all modern calendar applications.
Spring forward: 9 March 2025 at 02:00 → 03:00
Fall back: 2 November 2025 at 02:00 → 01:00
Spring forward: 8 March 2026 at 02:00 → 03:00
Fall back: 1 November 2026 at 02:00 → 01:00
Portland has more breweries than any other city in the world, earning it the title "Beer City USA." The city is also known for its food carts, coffee culture, and farm-to-table dining.
Portland's mild climate is perfect for roses. The International Rose Test Garden in Washington Park has over 10,000 rose bushes and is the oldest continuously operating public rose test garden in the US.
Portland is the largest city in Oregon, with a population of over 650,000 (metro area over 2.5 million). Located at the confluence of the Willamette and Columbia rivers, Portland is known for its stunning natural surroundings — the Cascade Mountains, the Columbia River Gorge, and the Pacific coast are all within a short drive.
The city is famous for its eco-friendly and progressive culture. Portland has an extensive network of bike lanes, a highly regarded public transit system (MAX light rail and streetcar), and a commitment to sustainability. The city's urban growth boundary preserves green spaces and prevents sprawl. Forest Park, one of the largest urban forests in the US, covers over 5,000 acres within city limits.
Portland is a paradise for food and drink lovers. The city has over 600 food carts serving cuisines from around the world, plus a thriving farm-to-table restaurant scene. Portland is also the craft beer capital of the world, with more breweries than any other city — including iconic names like Deschutes, Rogue, and Widmer Brothers. The city's coffee culture is legendary, with local roasters like Stumptown (founded in Portland) and Heart Coffee leading the way.
The city's unofficial slogan, "Keep Portland Weird", celebrates its quirky, independent spirit. Landmarks include the Powell's City of Books (the largest independent bookstore in the world), the Voodoo Doughnut shop (famous for bacon maple bars), the Portland Saturday Market, the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI), and the historic Pearl District with its art galleries and boutiques. The International Rose Test Garden in Washington Park features over 10,000 rose bushes.
Portland International Airport (PDX) is consistently ranked as one of the best airports in the US, known for its carpet (a local icon), direct MAX light rail connection to downtown, and excellent dining options. PDX offers non-stop flights to over 80 destinations, including Tokyo, London, Amsterdam, and Reykjavik.
650,000+ (city) / 2.5M (metro). Largest city in Oregon.
More breweries than any other city in the world. "Beer City USA" with iconic local breweries.
Powell's City of Books (world's largest independent bookstore), Voodoo Doughnut, "Keep Portland Weird."
Forest Park (5,000+ acres of urban forest), Columbia River Gorge, Mount Hood, and the Pacific coast nearby.
Marine west coast. Mild, wet winters (avg. 5°C / 41°F in January), warm, dry summers (avg. 27°C / 81°F in July).
+1 (US country code). Area codes: 503, 971. Currency: US Dollar (USD, $).
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Note on DST transitions: The offsets shown above reflect the current live offset, which changes twice a year due to Daylight Saving Time. The US, EU, and other regions change their clocks on different dates, which means the difference between Portland and a European city can vary by 1 hour for a short period in spring and autumn. Always verify the exact time difference around DST transition dates for critical scheduling.
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