Current time in Dublin, Ireland
Dublin follows Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) during standard time and Irish Standard Time (IST) during Daylight Saving Time.
Quick facts:
- Time zone: GMT / IST
- Standard offset: UTC +0
- Summer time: UTC +1
- Daylight Saving: Observed
- IANA zone: Europe/Dublin
Time difference from Dublin:
- Dublin ↔ Sydney: Sydney is usually 9–11 hours ahead (depending on DST in both cities)
- Dublin ↔ Auckland: Auckland is usually 11–13 hours ahead
- Dublin ↔ Los Angeles: LA is usually 8 hours behind (sometimes 7 during DST overlap)
- Dublin ↔ New York: NY is usually 5 hours behind (sometimes 4 during DST transition weeks)
- Dublin ↔ London: Same time (both follow GMT/UTC+0 in winter and UTC+1 in summer)
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Dublin use Daylight Saving Time?
Yes. Dublin switches to IST (UTC +1) from late March to late October.
What time zone is Dublin in?
Greenwich Mean Time (GMT), UTC +0:00, and Irish Standard Time (IST), UTC +1:00 during summer.
Is Dublin the same time as London?
Yes. London and Dublin follow the same clock changes throughout the year.



