Area code 626
Area code 626 serves Pasadena and nearby parts of California, including El Monte, Alhambra and Arcadia. It is on Pacific Time, which observes daylight saving time.
Area code 626 at a glance
| State | California (CA) |
| Main city | Pasadena |
| Time zone | Pacific Time |
| UTC offset | UTC−8 in winter, UTC−7 in summer |
| Daylight saving time | Yes |
Cities in 626
- Pasadena
- El Monte
- Alhambra
- Arcadia
An area code shows where a number was first assigned. Mobile numbers keep their area code when people move, so the person you’re calling may be somewhere else.
When you can call a 626 number
Federal telemarketing rules under the TCPA allow sales calls between 8 AM and 9 PM in the called person’s local time. Here is that window for a 626 number, shown in your own time zone.
General information, not legal advice. Some states add rules for Sundays, holidays or the number of calls. See our calling hours guide.
| If you’re on | You can call 626 between |
|---|---|
| Eastern | 11:00 AM to 12:00 AM |
| Central | 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM |
| Mountain | 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM |
| Arizona | 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM |
| Pacific | 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM |
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Questions about 626
What time zone is area code 626?
Area code 626 is on Pacific Time. It observes daylight saving time.
Where is area code 626?
Area code 626 is in California. Its main city is Pasadena, and it also covers El Monte, Alhambra and Arcadia.
What are the legal hours to call a 626 number?
Under the federal TCPA, sales calls are allowed from 8 AM to 9 PM in the called person’s local time. Personal and informational calls are not limited by these hours.