Madrid observes daylight saving time. The UTC offset shifts by one hour during summer months.
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CET · UTC+1
Madrid Time Zone: CET/CEST and UTC+1
Madrid operates on CET/CEST (UTC+1), placing it ahead of Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) by 1 hour. The IANA timezone identifier is Europe/Madrid.
Madrid observes daylight saving time. The UTC offset shifts by one hour during summer months. This means the time difference between Madrid and cities that do observe daylight saving time will shift by one hour seasonally.
For scheduling calls with Madrid, useful reference points: Madrid is 1 hour ahead of London on GMT and 6 hours ahead of New York on EST. During US daylight saving time the difference with New York shifts by one hour.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is it in Madrid right now?
Madrid follows CET/CEST (UTC+1). The live clock at the top of this page shows the current local time in Madrid, updated every second.
What time zone is Madrid in?
Madrid is in CET/CEST (UTC+1). The IANA timezone identifier is Europe/Madrid.
Does Madrid observe daylight saving time?
Madrid observes daylight saving time. The UTC offset shifts by one hour during summer months.
What is the time difference between Madrid and London?
Madrid (CET, UTC+1) is 1 hour ahead of London (during GMT, UTC+0).
What is the time difference between Madrid and New York?
Madrid (CET, UTC+1) is 6 hours ahead of New York (during EDT, UTC−4).