Current Time in Skopje
About Skopje
Skopje is located in North Macedonia, in the Northern Hemisphere, and is a mid-sized city with a population of around 474,889. It runs on Europe/Skopje time, currently UTC+2:00 relative to UTC. Skopje observes Daylight Saving Time, so this offset shifts by an hour twice a year.
- CountryNorth Macedonia
- Population474,889
- Latitude41.9965°
- Longitude21.4314°
- Time zoneEurope/Skopje
- Current UTC offsetUTC+2:00
- Daylight Saving TimeObserved
Sunrise & Sunset in Skopje Today
For Sunday, October 11, 2026, calculated from Skopje's own coordinates.
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Seasons in Skopje
Approximate dates — the exact moment a season begins shifts by about a day from year to year.
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Daylight Saving Time
Skopje observes Daylight Saving Time. Clocks last changed on Sunday, March 29, 2026 (to CEST), and are next scheduled to change on Sunday, October 25, 2026 (to CET).
Time Difference from Top 10 US Cities
Time Difference from Top 10 Cities Worldwide
Frequently Asked Questions About Time in Skopje
What time zone is Skopje in?
Skopje, North Macedonia uses the Europe/Skopje time zone. It is currently on CEST (UTC+2:00). The live local time is shown at the top of this page.
Does Skopje observe Daylight Saving Time?
Yes. Skopje 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 CET.
What time is sunrise and sunset in Skopje today?
The sun rises at 6:42 AM and sets at 5:59 PM in Skopje today, giving 11h 17m of daylight.
What is the time difference between Skopje and New York City?
New York City is 6 hours behind Skopje right now. The full comparison against other major cities is in the tables above.
What is the UTC offset for Skopje?
Skopje is currently UTC+2:00. Because the city observes Daylight Saving Time, this offset is not the same all year.