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