Current time in Zurich, Switzerland

Zurich follows Central European Time (CET) during standard time and Central European Summer Time (CEST) during Daylight Saving Time. Note: Zurich follows the same time zone as most of Central Europe.

Quick facts:

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

Time difference from Zurich:

• Zurich ↔ Sydney: Sydney is usually 8–10 hours ahead (depending on DST in both cities)
• Zurich ↔ Auckland: Auckland is usually 10–12 hours ahead
• Zurich ↔ Los Angeles: LA is usually 9 hours behind (sometimes 8 during DST overlap)
• Zurich ↔ New York: NY is usually 6 hours behind (sometimes 5 during DST transition weeks)
• Zurich ↔ London: London is usually 1 hour behind

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

Is Zurich the same time as Berlin?
Yes. Berlin and Zurich both follow CET/CEST.