Los Angeles to Lisbon
+8hLos Angeles
PDTSOURCELisbon
WESTGreen rows indicate typical business hours (9 AM - 5 PM)
PDT and WEST on the World Map
The map below highlights the PDT (Pacific Standard Time) and WEST (Western European Time) timezone regions across the globe.
PST – Pacific Standard Time
UTC-08:00Pacific Standard Time (PST) is the time zone for the US and Canadian Pacific coast, 8 hours behind UTC.
- •Silicon Valley and the world's biggest tech companies operate on Pacific Time.
- •The Hollywood film industry runs on PST/PDT.
- •PST is 3 hours behind EST, creating a significant business hours gap.
- •Vancouver, Canada's third-largest city, uses PST.
WET – Western European Time
UTC+00:00Western European Time (WET) is the time zone for Portugal, Morocco, and the Canary Islands, same as UTC+00:00.
- •Portugal is the only mainland European country in the WET time zone.
- •The Canary Islands are on WET despite being part of Spain (which uses CET).
- •WET is identical to GMT and UTC+00:00.
About Los Angeles
WikipediaLos Angeles operates on Pacific Time (PST/PDT), 3 hours behind New York. As the entertainment capital, LA time is important for media and tech industries.
Los Angeles is the entertainment capital of the world, home to Hollywood and major film studios.
About Lisbon
WikipediaLisbon operates on Western European Time (WET/WEST), same as London. As Portugal's capital and an emerging tech hub, Lisbon bridges European and Atlantic time zones.
Lisbon has 300 days of sunshine per year and is a major startup hub in Europe.
Everything You Need to Know About Los Angeles and Lisbon Time
Los Angeles runs on Pacific Daylight Time (PDT) at UTC-07:00, currently observing daylight saving time. Lisbon runs on Western European Summer Time (WEST) at UTC+01:00, also currently on daylight saving time. That puts Los Angeles 8 hours ahead of Lisbon — a difference of +8h at the current offsets.
In practice, when it is 9:00 AM in Los Angeles it is 5:00 PM in Lisbon. Midnight in Los Angeles is 8:00 AM in Lisbon. Because both zones shift for daylight saving, the gap between them only changes during the few weeks each year when their transition dates differ.
Los Angeles to Lisbon time conversion table
| Los Angeles (PDT) | Lisbon (WEST) | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 8:00 AM | same day |
| 6:00 AM | 2:00 PM | same day |
| 7:00 AM | 3:00 PM | same day |
| 8:00 AM | 4:00 PM | same day |
| 9:00 AM | 5:00 PM | same day |
| 12:00 PM | 8:00 PM | same day |
| 3:00 PM | 11:00 PM | same day |
| 5:00 PM | 1:00 AM | next day |
| 6:00 PM | 2:00 AM | next day |
| 9:00 PM | 5:00 AM | next day |
Why people convert Los Angeles to Lisbon time
- Scheduling a call from Los Angeles to Lisbon: a 10:00 AM start in Los Angeles lands at 6:00 PM in Lisbon, so you can confirm the slot without doing the arithmetic yourself.
- Handling a +8h gap: Los Angeles and Lisbon have no overlap inside a normal 9-to-5 day, so real-time meetings need an early-morning or late-evening slot on one side. 9:00 AM in Lisbon is 5:00 PM in Los Angeles.
- Watching a live event or market open: Los Angeles viewers need 5:00 PM in Lisbon to catch a 9:00 AM start there, and 4:00 PM if the event is anchored to Los Angeles.
- Always state the zone abbreviation, not just the hour. "3:00 PM PDT" is unambiguous; "3 PM" across a +8h gap is not.
- With a +8h gap there is no shared 9-to-5 window, so alternate the early start: one week Los Angeles takes the early slot, the next week Lisbon does.
- Los Angeles: Clocks fall back on Sun, Nov 1, 2026. Re-check this page after that date because the offset changes and so does the +8h gap.
- Lisbon: Clocks fall back on Sun, Oct 25, 2026. Any meeting series spanning that date will shift by an hour in local time.
About PST (Pacific Standard Time)
Pacific Standard Time (PST) covers the west coast of North America, including tech hubs like San Francisco and Seattle, and entertainment capital Los Angeles. The Pacific Time Zone is home to Silicon Valley and the world's largest technology companies. During summer, clocks advance to Pacific Daylight Time (PDT, UTC-07:00). PST is also observed in Baja California, Mexico.
About WET (Western European Time)
Western European Time (WET) is used in Portugal, the Canary Islands (Spain), Morocco, and several other locations. It is equivalent to GMT/UTC. During summer, Portugal and the Canary Islands switch to WEST (Western European Summer Time, UTC+01:00).
Best time to call between Los Angeles and Lisbon
With a +8h offset there is no overlap inside a normal 9 AM – 5 PM day. Lisbon opens at 9:00 AM WEST, which is 5:00 PM in Los Angeles, so real-time calls need an early-morning or late-evening slot on one side.
Business hours overlap
Los Angeles and Lisbon have no shared working hours because of the +8h gap. Teams need to alternate early starts or rely on asynchronous handovers.
Los Angeles is 8 hours ahead of Lisbon (PDT UTC-07:00 → WEST UTC+01:00). There is no shared 9-to-5 window, so plan around an early or late slot. Remember to re-check around daylight-saving transitions.
🕐 Daylight Saving Time Info
Los Angeles
☀ Currently in DST
Standard: UTC-08:00 · DST: UTC-07:00
Clocks fall back on Sun, Nov 1, 2026
Lisbon
☀ Currently in DST
Standard: UTC+00:00 · DST: UTC+01:00
Clocks fall back on Sun, Oct 25, 2026
Learn More About Time
Dive deeper into the fascinating world of timekeeping, time zones, and how they shape our global society:
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Los Angeles and Lisbon?
Los Angeles (PDT, UTC-07:00) is 8 hours ahead of Lisbon (WEST, UTC+01:00). The gap is currently +8h.
How do I convert Los Angeles time to Lisbon time?
Add +8h to Los Angeles local time. For example, 9:00 AM in Los Angeles is 5:00 PM in Lisbon.
What time is it in Lisbon right now?
Lisbon uses WEST at UTC+01:00. Use the live converter at the top of this page — it updates in real time and already accounts for the +8h offset from Los Angeles.
What is the best time to call Lisbon from Los Angeles?
There is no shared working-hours window because of the +8h gap. The closest option is 1:00 PM in Los Angeles, which is 9:00 PM in Lisbon.
Which is ahead, Los Angeles or Lisbon?
Los Angeles is 8 hours ahead of Lisbon. When it is 12:00 PM in Los Angeles it is 8:00 PM in Lisbon.
Do Los Angeles and Lisbon use different time zones?
Los Angeles (USA) uses PDT at UTC-07:00, while Lisbon (Portugal) uses WEST at UTC+01:00. The IANA identifiers are America/Los_Angeles and Europe/Lisbon.
Does daylight saving time affect the Los Angeles–Lisbon difference?
Both zones observe DST, so the difference stays at +8h for most of the year and only changes during the weeks when their transition dates do not line up.
Which other cities share Los Angeles's time zone?
PDT also covers Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, Vancouver, San Diego, Portland, Las Vegas, Sacramento and 2 more.
Which countries use PDT, Los Angeles's zone?
PDT is used in United States (Pacific), Canada (British Columbia), Mexico (Baja California).
Is there a day difference between Los Angeles and Lisbon?
Not normally. The +8h gap only pushes the date over for late-evening times.
What is the time difference between Los Angeles and Lisbon?
Lisbon is +8h from Los Angeles.
What timezone is Los Angeles in?
Los Angeles operates on Pacific Time (PST/PDT), 3 hours behind New York. As the entertainment capital, LA time is important for media and tech industries.
What timezone is Lisbon in?
Lisbon operates on Western European Time (WET/WEST), same as London. As Portugal's capital and an emerging tech hub, Lisbon bridges European and Atlantic time zones.
What are the business hours in Los Angeles?
Standard business hours in Los Angeles are 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM PST.
What are the business hours in Lisbon?
Standard business hours in Lisbon are 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM WET.
What is the best time to schedule a call between Los Angeles and Lisbon?
The best overlap for a call is when both cities are in business hours. Los Angeles works 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM PST and Lisbon works 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM WET (+8h difference). Try scheduling during the overlapping window for maximum convenience.
What currencies are used in Los Angeles and Lisbon?
Los Angeles uses USD ($) while Lisbon uses EUR (€). Check current exchange rates when planning travel or business between these cities.
How do Los Angeles and Lisbon compare in size?
Los Angeles has a population of approximately 4 million (metro: 13.2 million), while Lisbon has approximately 545,000 (metro: 2.9 million).
What are the major landmarks in Los Angeles and Lisbon?
Los Angeles is known for Hollywood Sign, Santa Monica Pier, Griffith Observatory. Lisbon is famous for Belém Tower, Jerónimos Monastery, São Jorge Castle.
Do Los Angeles and Lisbon have stock exchanges?
Yes. Los Angeles has the N/A (Uses NYSE/NASDAQ) and Lisbon has the Euronext Lisbon. The +8h time difference affects trading hour overlaps between these exchanges.
Which countries use PST (Pacific Standard Time)?
PST is used in United States (Pacific), Canada (British Columbia), Mexico (Baja California).
Does PST observe daylight saving time?
Yes, PST switches to PDT during summer months.
What are some interesting facts about PST?
Silicon Valley and the world's biggest tech companies operate on Pacific Time. The Hollywood film industry runs on PST/PDT.
Which cities are in the WET timezone?
Major cities in the WET timezone include Lisbon, Porto, Casablanca, Las Palmas, Funchal, Rabat.
What is the UTC offset for WET?
Western European Time (WET) is at UTC+00:00. During daylight saving time, it shifts to WEST.
What should I know about the WET timezone?
Portugal is the only mainland European country in the WET time zone. The Canary Islands are on WET despite being part of Spain (which uses CET).
When is it midnight in Los Angeles, what time is it in Lisbon?
When it is 12:00 AM (midnight) in Los Angeles (PST), it is +8h later in Lisbon (WET).
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