Current time in Edinburgh, Scotland

Edinburgh follows Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) during standard time and British Summer Time (BST) during Daylight Saving Time.

Quick facts:

• Time zone: GMT / BST
• Standard offset: UTC +0
• Summer time: UTC +1
• Daylight Saving: Observed
• IANA zone: Europe/London

Time difference from Edinburgh:

• Edinburgh ↔ Sydney: Sydney is usually 9–11 hours ahead (depending on DST in both cities)
• Edinburgh ↔ Auckland: Auckland is usually 11–13 hours ahead
• Edinburgh ↔ Los Angeles: LA is usually 8 hours behind (sometimes 7 during DST overlap)
• Edinburgh ↔ New York: NY is usually 5 hours behind (sometimes 4 during DST transition weeks)
• Edinburgh ↔ Dublin: Same time

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Edinburgh use Daylight Saving Time?
Yes. Edinburgh switches to BST (UTC +1) from late March to late October.

What time zone is Edinburgh in?
Greenwich Mean Time (GMT), UTC +0:00, and British Summer Time (BST), UTC +1:00 during summer.

Is Edinburgh the same time as London?
Yes. London and Edinburgh follow the same clock changes year-round.