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