Current Time in Paris
Paris, France 🇫🇷 runs on Europe/Paris.
23:12:27
Saturday, 16 May 2026
Europe/Paris · UTC+2 (DST in effect)
Timezone
Europe/Paris
UTC Offset
UTC+2
Country
France
DST
Observed
The current time in Paris is shown above. The clock updates every second once the page loads. Paris runs on Central European Time, one hour ahead of London.
When is it daytime in Paris?
In Paris, daytime runs roughly from 7am to 7pm local. Right now it is after dark in Paris. Business hours are typically 9am to 6pm Monday to Friday.
Other cities in the same time zone
Paris is the only major city in our current-time index on Europe/Paris.
Plan a meeting with Paris
Most cross-city scheduling from Paris 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 Paris right now?
Use the live clock at the top of this page for the current Paris time. Paris operates on Europe/Paris, which is currently UTC+2.
What time zone does Paris use?
Paris uses Europe/Paris (IANA timezone identifier). At standard time, the UTC offset is +1. During daylight saving the offset shifts by one hour.
Does Paris 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 Paris?
Use one of the meeting-time pages below for a specific city pair. Each page shows the overlap window between Paris working hours and the other city's, and the live tool maps it in both directions.