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