County in California

Current Local Time in Orange County

Current local time and time zone in Orange County, with UTC offset and daylight saving details.

🌙 76°F now🕔 8:27 AM local📅 Best: April, May, June, July, August, September and October👥 3.2 million

Current local time in Orange County

8:27 AM
Monday, August 24, 2026
Time zoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
UTC offsetUTC-07:00
UTC now3:27 PM
Sunrise6:19 AM
Sunset7:28 PM

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Sun, twilight and moon

Sunrise6:19 AM
Sunset7:28 PM
Daylight13h 9m
Solar noon12:53 PM
Golden hour (am)6:19 AM - 7:19 AM
Golden hour (pm)6:28 PM - 7:28 PM
Blue hour (am)5:49 AM - 6:19 AM
Blue hour (pm)7:28 PM - 7:58 PM
Moon phase🌔 Waxing gibbous · 86%
Moonrise5:35 PM
Moonset2:55 AM

Golden and blue hour are the standard photographic approximation around sunrise and sunset.

Quick facts about Orange County

TypeCounty
StateCalifornia
CountryUnited States
ContinentNorth America
Coordinates33°43′3″N 117°49′52″W (33.7175, -117.8311)
Population3.150.000
Local time8:27 AM (UTC-07:00)
Best monthsApril, May, June, July, August, September and October
ClimateMediterranean

Local time by attraction in Orange County

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Summary

Orange County is a county in California. Orange County is a county in the United States. It has a population of about 3.2 million.

Right now it is 76°F (25°C) in Orange County with clear. It feels like 80°F. Today runs from 68°F to 98°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.8/10 - excellent - go now.

The best time to visit Orange County is April, May, June, July, August, September and October. The climate is Mediterranean. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 85°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 49°F.

The closest major airport is Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), about 37 mi away. Nearby highlights include Disneyland Resort, Hollywood Sign, Santa Monica State Beach and Coronado Beach.

In plain terms. Today is warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 98°F is 13.3°F above the 85°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Orange County today at 9.8/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.

Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.

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Coordinates: 33°43′3″N 117°49′52″W (33.7175, -117.8311)

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Orange County?

Orange County is a county in California. Its coordinates are 33.7175, -117.8311. It lies in North America.

What is the weather like in Orange County right now?

It is currently 76°F (25°C) with clear. Humidity is 69% and wind is 4 mph.

When is the best time to visit Orange County?

April, May, June, July, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Orange County, which has a Mediterranean climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is Orange County in?

Orange County observes America/Los_Angeles (UTC-07:00). The local time is 8:27 AM.

How many people live in Orange County?

Orange County has a population of approximately 3.2 million.

What is the nearest airport to Orange County?

The closest airports are Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), 37 mi away, San Diego International Airport (SAN), 77 mi away and Harry Reid International Airport (LAS), 223 mi away.

What are the top things to do in Orange County?

Popular options include Disneyland Resort, Hollywood Sign, Santa Monica State Beach, Coronado Beach, Anza-Borrego Desert State Park and Joshua Tree National Park.

What places are in Orange County?

Orange County covers 1 places in this atlas, including Disneyland Resort.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-counties) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
MethodScores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown.

Last updated August 24, 2026 at 8:27 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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