Current Time in Finland
Finland uses Eastern European Time, with daylight saving time.
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Wednesday, November 4, 2026
EETUTC+2
Finland time zone
Eastern European Time
Eastern European Time (EET)
--:--UTC+2- Daylight saving
- Not in effect
- Cities
- Helsinki
IANA time zone: Europe/Helsinki. When the clocks change in every country.
Major cities in Finland
Time Difference
| Compared with | Local time | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| Finland to New York | -7 hours | |
| Finland to London | -2 hours | |
| Finland to Dubai | +2 hours | |
| Finland to New Delhi | +3 hours 30 minutes | |
| Finland to Tokyo | +7 hours |
Positive values mean the other city is ahead. Differences update automatically when daylight saving time changes.
Time in Finland: FAQs
What time zone is Finland in?
Finland uses Eastern European Time (EET, UTC+2), switching to Eastern European Summer Time (EEST, UTC+3) for daylight saving time.
Does Finland observe daylight saving time?
Yes. In 2026, Eastern 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 Finland and New York?
On Wednesday, November 4, 2026, New York is 7 hours behind Finland. The difference can change when either place switches to or from daylight saving time.
What time is it in Helsinki, the capital?
Helsinki is on Eastern European Time, currently EET (UTC+2). The live time is shown at the top of this page and on the Helsinki page.