Berlin observes Central European Summer Time (CEST, UTC+2) from the last Sunday in March to the last Sunday in October. In winter it uses CET (UTC+1).
About Berlin
Berlin is the capital of Germany and a major hub for technology, culture, and politics in Europe. It shares the same timezone as most of continental Europe.
Berlin is Europe's startup capital and a key city for tech, finance, and government. Its timezone makes it ideal for scheduling across Europe.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time zone is Berlin in?+
Berlin is in CET (UTC+1) in winter and CEST (UTC+2) in summer, following the standard Central European timezone.
Is Berlin the same timezone as Paris?+
Yes. Berlin and Paris are in the same timezone — CET in winter and CEST in summer.
How many hours ahead of London is Berlin?+
Berlin is 1 hour ahead of London year-round.
Does Berlin observe daylight saving time?+
Yes. Germany changes clocks on the last Sunday in March (forward) and the last Sunday in October (back).
What is the time difference between Berlin and New York?+
Berlin is 6 hours ahead of New York in winter (CET vs EST) and 6 hours ahead in summer (CEST vs EDT).
What time is it in Berlin now?
The current local time in Berlin is displayed above and updates every second. Berlin is in the Central European Time / Central European Summer Time (CET / CEST), UTC offset UTC+1 (CET) / UTC+2 (CEST).
What time zone is Berlin in?
Berlin is in Central European Time / Central European Summer Time (CET / CEST). The UTC offset is UTC+1 (CET) / UTC+2 (CEST).