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Current Local Time in Massachusetts

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

☁️ 67°F now🕔 1:29 AM local📅 Best: June and August👥 7 million

Current local time in Massachusetts

1:29 AM
Sunday, August 23, 2026
Time zoneAmerica/New_York
UTC offsetUTC-04:00
UTC now5:29 AM
Sunrise5:59 AM
Sunset7:34 PM

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Sun, twilight and moon

Sunrise5:59 AM
Sunset7:34 PM
Daylight13h 35m
Solar noon12:46 PM
Golden hour (am)5:59 AM - 6:59 AM
Golden hour (pm)6:34 PM - 7:34 PM
Blue hour (am)5:29 AM - 5:59 AM
Blue hour (pm)7:34 PM - 8:04 PM
Moon phase🌔 Waxing gibbous · 77%
Moonrise5:15 PM
Moonset1:05 AM

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

Quick facts about Massachusetts

TypeState
CountryUnited States
ContinentNorth America
Coordinates42°21′36.4″N 71°3′32″W (42.3601, -71.0589)
CapitalBoston
Population7.000.000
Area10.554 sq mi
AbbreviationMA
Time zoneAmerica/New_York
Local time1:29 AM (UTC-04:00)
Best monthsJune and August
ClimateContinental

Local time by city in Massachusetts

1 cities mapped in this atlas

Local time by beach in Massachusetts

1 beaches mapped in this atlas

Local time by island in Massachusetts

2 islands mapped in this atlas

Local time by county in Massachusetts

1 counties mapped in this atlas

Summary

Massachusetts is a state in United States. Massachusetts is a US state with its capital at Boston. It has a population of about 7 million. The capital is Boston.

Right now it is 67°F (19°C) in Massachusetts with overcast. It feels like 69°F. Today runs from 65°F to 73°F. Chance of precipitation is 21%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.1/10 - excellent - go now.

The best time to visit Massachusetts is June and August. The climate is continental. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 84°F, while February is the coldest with lows near 21°F.

The closest major airport is Boston Logan International Airport (BOS), about 3 mi away. Nearby highlights include Cape Cod National Seashore, Martha's Vineyard, Nantucket and Franconia Notch State Park.

In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 73°F is 6.3°F below the 80°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 11 AM to 2 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Massachusetts today at 9.3/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.

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Coordinates: 42°21′36.4″N 71°3′32″W (42.3601, -71.0589)

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Massachusetts?

Massachusetts is a state in United States. Its coordinates are 42.3601, -71.0589. It lies in North America.

What is the weather like in Massachusetts right now?

It is currently 67°F (19°C) with overcast. Humidity is 89% and wind is 7 mph.

When is the best time to visit Massachusetts?

June and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Massachusetts, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is Massachusetts in?

Massachusetts observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 1:29 AM.

How many people live in Massachusetts?

Massachusetts has a population of approximately 7 million.

What is the nearest airport to Massachusetts?

The closest airports are Boston Logan International Airport (BOS), 3 mi away, LaGuardia Airport (LGA), 182 mi away and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), 184 mi away.

What are the top things to do in Massachusetts?

Popular options include Cape Cod National Seashore, Martha's Vineyard, Nantucket, Franconia Notch State Park, Mount Washington and Central Park.

What places are in Massachusetts?

Massachusetts covers 5 places in this atlas, including Boston, Cape Cod National Seashore, Martha's Vineyard, Nantucket and Suffolk County.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-states) - 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 23, 2026 at 1:29 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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