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