Current Time in Israel
Israel uses Israel time, with daylight saving time.
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Monday, November 2, 2026
ISTUTC+2
Israel time zone
Israel time
Israel Standard Time (IST)
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IANA time zone: Asia/Jerusalem. When the clocks change in every country.
Major cities in Israel
Time Difference
| Compared with | Local time | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| Israel to New York | -7 hours | |
| Israel to London | -2 hours | |
| Israel to Dubai | +2 hours | |
| Israel to New Delhi | +3 hours 30 minutes | |
| Israel to Tokyo | +7 hours |
Positive values mean the other city is ahead. Differences update automatically when daylight saving time changes.
Time in Israel: FAQs
What time zone is Israel in?
Israel uses Israel Standard Time (IST, UTC+2), switching to Israel Daylight Time (IDT, UTC+3) for daylight saving time.
Does Israel observe daylight saving time?
Yes. In 2026, Israel time starts daylight saving time on Friday, March 27, 2026 and ends it on Sunday, October 25, 2026.
What is the time difference between Israel and New York?
On Monday, November 2, 2026, New York is 7 hours behind Israel. The difference can change when either place switches to or from daylight saving time.