Current Time in Haifa
About Haifa
Haifa is located in Israel, in the Northern Hemisphere, and is a mid-sized city with a population of around 285,316. It runs on Asia/Jerusalem time, currently UTC+3:00 relative to UTC. Haifa observes Daylight Saving Time, so this offset shifts by an hour twice a year.
- CountryIsrael
- Population285,316
- Latitude32.8130°
- Longitude34.9993°
- Time zoneAsia/Jerusalem
- Current UTC offsetUTC+3:00
- Daylight Saving TimeObserved
Sunrise & Sunset in Haifa Today
For Sunday, October 11, 2026, calculated from Haifa's own coordinates.
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Seasons in Haifa
Approximate dates — the exact moment a season begins shifts by about a day from year to year.
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Daylight Saving Time
Haifa observes Daylight Saving Time. Clocks last changed on Friday, March 27, 2026 (to IDT), and are next scheduled to change on Sunday, October 25, 2026 (to IST).
Time Difference from Top 10 US Cities
Time Difference from Top 10 Cities Worldwide
Frequently Asked Questions About Time in Haifa
What time zone is Haifa in?
Haifa, Israel uses the Asia/Jerusalem time zone. It is currently on IDT (UTC+3:00). The live local time is shown at the top of this page.
Does Haifa observe Daylight Saving Time?
Yes. Haifa 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 IST.
What time is sunrise and sunset in Haifa today?
The sun rises at 6:41 AM and sets at 6:12 PM in Haifa today, giving 11h 31m of daylight.
What is the time difference between Haifa and New York City?
New York City is 7 hours behind Haifa right now. The full comparison against other major cities is in the tables above.
What is the UTC offset for Haifa?
Haifa is currently UTC+3:00. Because the city observes Daylight Saving Time, this offset is not the same all year.