Current Time in Madrid
Madrid, Spain 🇪🇸 runs on Europe/Madrid.
23:12:27
Saturday, 16 May 2026
Europe/Madrid · UTC+2 (DST in effect)
Timezone
Europe/Madrid
UTC Offset
UTC+2
Country
Spain
DST
Observed
The current time in Madrid is shown above. The clock updates every second once the page loads. Madrid runs CET, with offices often open until 7pm or 8pm; long afternoon meetings are normal.
When is it daytime in Madrid?
In Madrid, daytime runs roughly from 7am to 7pm local. Right now it is after dark in Madrid. Business hours are typically 9am to 7pm Monday to Friday.
Other cities in the same time zone
Madrid is the only major city in our current-time index on Europe/Madrid.
Plan a meeting with Madrid
Most cross-city scheduling from Madrid runs against the cities below. Each page shows the overlap window and the time difference, with DST handled live.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is it in Madrid right now?
Use the live clock at the top of this page for the current Madrid time. Madrid operates on Europe/Madrid, which is currently UTC+2.
What time zone does Madrid use?
Madrid uses Europe/Madrid (IANA timezone identifier). At standard time, the UTC offset is +1. During daylight saving the offset shifts by one hour.
Does Madrid observe daylight saving time?
Yes. When DST is in effect, the offset becomes UTC+2 from a standard-time UTC+1.
How can I plan a meeting with someone in Madrid?
Use one of the meeting-time pages below for a specific city pair. Each page shows the overlap window between Madrid working hours and the other city's, and the live tool maps it in both directions.