The current local time in Russia is shown above. Because Russia is the largest country in the world, it uses multiple time zones across its territory.
The capital city Moscow follows Moscow Standard Time (MSK) which is UTC+3.
Other major cities such as Saint Petersburg, Novosibirsk, and Vladivostok follow different time zones depending on their geographic location.
Because Russia stretches across both Europe and Asia, the country uses a wide range of time zones to coordinate time across its vast territory.
Russia spans 11 time zones across the country and does not observe Daylight Saving Time.
Quick Facts
- Capital: Moscow
- Continent: Europe and Asia
- Time Zones: 11 official time zones
- Moscow Time: UTC+3
- Daylight Saving Time: No
- Population: About 144 million
- Language: Russian
- Currency: Russian Ruble (RUB)
Time Difference from Major Cities
(Moscow Time used for comparison)
- Russia ↔ Sydney: Sydney is usually 7–8 hours ahead of Moscow.
- Russia ↔ New York: New York is usually 8 hours behind Moscow.
- Russia ↔ London: London is usually 3 hours behind Moscow.
- Russia ↔ Dubai: Dubai is usually 1 hour ahead of Moscow.
- Russia ↔ Tokyo: Tokyo is usually 6 hours ahead of Moscow.
Time differences may vary depending on which Russian time zone is used.
Daylight Saving Time
Russia does not observe Daylight Saving Time. The country stopped seasonal clock changes in 2014 and remains on standard time throughout the year.Best Time to Call Russia from Abroad
If you are calling Russia (Moscow) from:
- Australia (Sydney): Best time is 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM Sydney time, corresponding to morning in Moscow.
- United Kingdom: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM UK time works well.
- United States (New York): 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM EST reaches Moscow in the afternoon.
Typical business hours in Moscow are 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Monday to Friday.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time zone is Russia in?
Russia uses 11 different time zones across the country.
What time zone does Moscow use?
Moscow follows Moscow Standard Time (MSK) which is UTC+3.
Does Russia observe Daylight Saving Time?
No. Russia does not change clocks during the year.
Where is Russia Located?
Russia is located across Eastern Europe and Northern Asia, stretching from the Baltic Sea in the west to the Pacific Ocean in the east. It borders more countries than any other nation and covers a vast geographic area.
What is Russia Famous For?
Russia is known for its rich history, cultural heritage, and vast landscapes. The country has played a major role in global history, science, and the arts.
Russia is famous for:
- The Kremlin and Red Square in Moscow
- St. Basil’s Cathedral, one of the most recognizable landmarks in the world
- The Hermitage Museum in Saint Petersburg
- The Trans-Siberian Railway, the longest railway in the world
- Vast landscapes including Siberia and Lake Baikal
- Important contributions to literature, music, and space exploration
Because of its size and history, Russia remains one of the most influential countries in the world.
Additional Note
Since Russia does not observe Daylight Saving Time, time differences with other countries may change when those countries adjust their clocks seasonally.
