Time in Boca Raton, Florida
Boca Raton in a Global Context
View the time in Boca Raton alongside key global cities for international business and travel planning.
The Pulse of Boca Raton
Beyond the standard clock, Boca Raton's rhythm is set by its exclusive lifestyle, business, and social calendars. Explore the timers that truly define the city.
Mizner Park Vibe Meter
Private Airport Activity
FAU Campus Status
Lifestyle & Leisure Timers
Timekeeping for the finer things in life. See the optimal schedules for Boca's signature recreational and social activities.
Optimal Golf Tee Times
Coastal Conditions
Polo Season Tracker
An Executive Briefing on Time
Key intelligence on Boca Raton's time zone, its impact on business and leisure, and the local perspective on scheduling.
Time Zone Standard
Boca Raton operates on Eastern Time (ET). The standard is EST (UTC-5), and during daylight saving, it's EDT (UTC-4).
Daylight Saving
Like most of the US, Boca "springs forward" in March and "falls back" in November, aligning with major financial markets.
The Business Clock
Being on Eastern Time keeps Boca Raton perfectly synchronized with New York's financial markets and East Coast corporate hubs.
The Social Clock
While business is punctual, social events often run on "Boca Time"—expect a relaxed approach to evening arrival times.
Global Connectivity
Proximity to FLL and PBI airports makes understanding time differences to Europe (5-6 hrs ahead) and LA (3 hrs behind) crucial.
Scheduling for Leisure
Afternoon tee times are popular for avoiding the morning rush, while dinner reservations peak between 7 PM and 8:30 PM.
Sun as a Timekeeper
The length of the day, from ~10.5 hours in winter to ~13.5 in summer, dictates the schedule for all outdoor activities.
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A Moment in History
Historical Minute: The Mizner Vision
During this decade, visionary architect Addison Mizner set the clock for Boca Raton's future. He designed a luxurious resort city with grand boulevards and Mediterranean Revival architecture. Though his original vision was curtailed by the end of the Florida land boom, his aesthetic defined the city, setting a timeless standard of elegance that persists to this day.