Current Time in Plovdiv
About Plovdiv
Plovdiv is located in Bulgaria, in the Northern Hemisphere, and is a mid-sized city with a population of around 346,893. It runs on Europe/Sofia time, currently UTC+3:00 relative to UTC. Plovdiv observes Daylight Saving Time, so this offset shifts by an hour twice a year.
- CountryBulgaria
- Population346,893
- Latitude42.1500°
- Longitude24.7500°
- Time zoneEurope/Sofia
- Current UTC offsetUTC+3:00
- Daylight Saving TimeObserved
Sunrise & Sunset in Plovdiv Today
For Sunday, October 11, 2026, calculated from Plovdiv's own coordinates.
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Seasons in Plovdiv
Approximate dates — the exact moment a season begins shifts by about a day from year to year.
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Daylight Saving Time
Plovdiv observes Daylight Saving Time. Clocks last changed on Sunday, March 29, 2026 (to EEST), and are next scheduled to change on Sunday, October 25, 2026 (to EET).
Time Difference from Top 10 US Cities
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Frequently Asked Questions About Time in Plovdiv
What time zone is Plovdiv in?
Plovdiv, Bulgaria uses the Europe/Sofia time zone. It is currently on EEST (UTC+3:00). The live local time is shown at the top of this page.
Does Plovdiv observe Daylight Saving Time?
Yes. Plovdiv observes Daylight Saving Time, so its UTC offset shifts by an hour twice a year. The next clock change is on Sunday, October 25, 2026, when it moves to EET.
What time is sunrise and sunset in Plovdiv today?
The sun rises at 7:29 AM and sets at 6:46 PM in Plovdiv today, giving 11h 17m of daylight.
What is the time difference between Plovdiv and New York City?
New York City is 7 hours behind Plovdiv right now. The full comparison against other major cities is in the tables above.
What is the UTC offset for Plovdiv?
Plovdiv is currently UTC+3:00. Because the city observes Daylight Saving Time, this offset is not the same all year.