City in California

Current Local Time in San Diego

Current local time and time zone in San Diego, with UTC offset and daylight saving details.

☁️ 70°F now🕔 10:14 PM local📅 Best: April, May, June, July, August, September and October👥 1.4 million

Current local time in San Diego

10:14 PM
Sunday, September 20, 2026
Time zoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
UTC offsetUTC-07:00
UTC now5:14 AM
Sunrise6:35 AM
Sunset6:47 PM

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Sun, twilight and moon

Sunrise6:35 AM
Sunset6:47 PM
Daylight12h 12m
Solar noon12:41 PM
Golden hour (am)6:35 AM - 7:35 AM
Golden hour (pm)5:47 PM - 6:47 PM
Blue hour (am)6:05 AM - 6:35 AM
Blue hour (pm)6:47 PM - 7:17 PM
Moon phase🌓 First quarter · 65%
Moonrise3:25 PM
Moonset12:45 AM

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

Quick facts about San Diego

TypeCity
StateCalifornia
CountryUnited States
ContinentNorth America
Coordinates32°42′56.5″N 117°9′40″W (32.7157, -117.1611)
Population1.380.000
Known forBeaches, zoo and Balboa Park
Local time10:14 PM (UTC-07:00)
Best monthsApril, May, June, July, August, September and October
ClimateMediterranean

Local time by airport in San Diego

1 airports mapped in this atlas

Local time by beach in San Diego

1 beaches mapped in this atlas

Summary

San Diego is a city in California. San Diego is known for Beaches, zoo and Balboa Park. It has a population of about 1.4 million.

Right now it is 70°F (21°C) in San Diego with overcast. It feels like 73°F. Today runs from 69°F to 78°F. Chance of precipitation is 3%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.4/10 - good conditions.

The best time to visit San Diego is April, May, June, July, August, September and October. The climate is Mediterranean. January, February and March tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 78°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 48°F.

The closest major airport is San Diego International Airport (SAN), about 2 mi away. Nearby highlights include Coronado Beach, Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, Disneyland Resort and Joshua Tree National Park.

In plain terms. Today is about average for September. The forecast high of 78°F is in line with the 76°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 10 AM to 1 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. outdoors is the strongest bet in San Diego today at 9.8/10. Visibility is down to 0,3 mi - use low beams and leave extra following distance.

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

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Coordinates: 32°42′56.5″N 117°9′40″W (32.7157, -117.1611)

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Frequently asked questions

Where is San Diego?

San Diego is a city in California. Its coordinates are 32.7157, -117.1611. It lies in North America.

What is the weather like in San Diego right now?

It is currently 70°F (21°C) with overcast. Humidity is 77% and wind is 3 mph.

When is the best time to visit San Diego?

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

What time zone is San Diego in?

San Diego observes America/Los_Angeles (UTC-07:00). The local time is 10:14 PM.

How many people live in San Diego?

San Diego has a population of approximately 1.4 million.

What is the nearest airport to San Diego?

The closest airports are San Diego International Airport (SAN), 2 mi away, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), 111 mi away and Harry Reid International Airport (LAS), 259 mi away.

What are the top things to do in San Diego?

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

What places are in San Diego?

San Diego covers 2 places in this atlas, including San Diego International Airport and Coronado Beach.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-us) - 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 September 20, 2026 at 10:14 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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