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