Current Time in Denmark
Denmark uses Central European Time, with daylight saving time.
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Saturday, September 19, 2026
CESTUTC+2
Denmark time zone
Central European Time
Central European Summer Time (CEST)
--:--UTC+2- Daylight saving
- In effect (CEST)
- Cities
- Copenhagen
IANA time zone: Europe/Copenhagen.
Major cities in Denmark
Time Difference
| Compared with | Local time | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| Denmark to New York | -6 hours | |
| Denmark to London | -1 hour | |
| Denmark to Dubai | +2 hours | |
| Denmark to New Delhi | +3 hours 30 minutes | |
| Denmark to Tokyo | +7 hours |
Positive values mean the other city is ahead. Differences update automatically when daylight saving time changes.
Time in Denmark: FAQs
What time zone is Denmark in?
Denmark uses Central European Time (CET, UTC+1), switching to Central European Summer Time (CEST, UTC+2) for daylight saving time.
Does Denmark observe daylight saving time?
Yes. In 2026, Central European Time starts daylight saving time on Sunday, March 29, 2026 and ends it on Sunday, October 25, 2026.
What is the time difference between Denmark and New York?
On Saturday, September 19, 2026, New York is 6 hours behind Denmark. The difference can change when either place switches to or from daylight saving time.
What time is it in Copenhagen, the capital?
Copenhagen is on Central European Time, currently CEST (UTC+2). The live time is shown at the top of this page and on the Copenhagen page.