Time in Tijuana, Mexico now
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PDT
Several time zones
UTC-7
No DST
Tijuana
Baja California, Mexico
28 Jul 2026
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Mexico: common questions
What is the current time in Tijuana, Mexico?
Tijuana operates on Pacific Standard Time (PST), which is UTC-8 during winter and Pacific Daylight Time (PDT), which is UTC-7 during summer. To find the current time in Tijuana, subtract 8 hours from UTC during winter months and 7 hours during summer months.
Does Tijuana, Mexico observe Daylight Saving Time?
Yes, Tijuana and most of Mexico observe Daylight Saving Time. The clocks go forward 1 hour to Pacific Daylight Time (PDT, UTC-7) in early March and go back 1 hour to Pacific Standard Time (PST, UTC-8) in early November.
What is the time difference between Tijuana and major world cities?
London (GMT/BST): Tijuana is 8 hours behind London when the UK is on GMT (winter), and 9 hours behind when the UK is on BST (summer). During Mexico's summer (when PDT is in effect), subtract 1 more hour from the difference.
New York (EST/EDT): Tijuana is 3 hours behind New York when NY is on EST (winter), and 3 hours behind when NY is on EDT (summer). During Mexico's summer (when PDT is in effect), Tijuana is 3 hours behind NY during EDT.
Tokyo (JST): Tijuana is 17 hours behind Tokyo, as Japan Standard Time is UTC+9. During Mexico's summer (when PDT is in effect), Tijuana is 16 hours behind Tokyo.
New York (EST/EDT): Tijuana is 3 hours behind New York when NY is on EST (winter), and 3 hours behind when NY is on EDT (summer). During Mexico's summer (when PDT is in effect), Tijuana is 3 hours behind NY during EDT.
Tokyo (JST): Tijuana is 17 hours behind Tokyo, as Japan Standard Time is UTC+9. During Mexico's summer (when PDT is in effect), Tijuana is 16 hours behind Tokyo.
What are other major cities in Mexico?
Mexico's major cities include Mexico City (the capital), Guadalajara, Monterrey, Puebla, León, Juárez, and Cancún. Tijuana is a major border city near San Diego, California.
What is Tijuana, Mexico known for?
Tijuana is a major border city in Baja California, known for its proximity to San Diego, California, the Avenida Revolución (main tourist street), vibrant nightlife, craft beer scene, street food (especially tacos), and as a major commercial and manufacturing center. The city is also famous for its cultural scene, including art galleries and music venues.