Current time in Amsterdam, Netherlands

Amsterdam follows Central European Time (CET) during standard time and Central European Summer Time (CEST) during Daylight Saving Time.

Quick facts:

• Time zone: CET (UTC +1:00)
• Summer time: CEST (UTC +2:00)
• Daylight Saving: Observed
• Region: Western Europe
• IANA zone: Europe/Amsterdam

Time difference from Amsterdam:

• Amsterdam ↔ Sydney: Sydney is usually 8–10 hours ahead (depends on DST in both cities)
• Amsterdam ↔ Los Angeles: LA is usually 9 hours behind (can be 8 hours during DST overlap)
• Amsterdam ↔ New York: NY is usually 6 hours behind (sometimes 5 during DST transition weeks)
• Amsterdam ↔ Tokyo: Tokyo is usually 8 hours ahead

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Amsterdam use Daylight Saving Time?
Yes. Amsterdam switches to CEST (UTC +2) from late March to late October.

What time zone is Amsterdam in?
Central European Time (CET), UTC +1:00, and Central European Summer Time (CEST), UTC +2:00 during summer.

Is Amsterdam the same time as London?
No. Amsterdam is usually 1 hour ahead of London.