Current Time in Kristiansand
About Kristiansand
Kristiansand is located in Norway, in the Northern Hemisphere, and is a mid-sized city with a population of around 117,237. It runs on Europe/Oslo time, currently UTC+2:00 relative to UTC. Kristiansand observes Daylight Saving Time, so this offset shifts by an hour twice a year.
- CountryNorway
- Population117,237
- Latitude58.1467°
- Longitude7.9956°
- Time zoneEurope/Oslo
- Current UTC offsetUTC+2:00
- Daylight Saving TimeObserved
Sunrise & Sunset in Kristiansand Today
For Sunday, October 11, 2026, calculated from Kristiansand's own coordinates.
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Seasons in Kristiansand
Approximate dates — the exact moment a season begins shifts by about a day from year to year.
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Daylight Saving Time
Kristiansand 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 Kristiansand
What time zone is Kristiansand in?
Kristiansand, Norway uses the Europe/Oslo time zone. It is currently on CEST (UTC+2:00). The live local time is shown at the top of this page.
Does Kristiansand observe Daylight Saving Time?
Yes. Kristiansand 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 Kristiansand today?
The sun rises at 7:54 AM and sets at 6:34 PM in Kristiansand today, giving 10h 40m of daylight.
What is the time difference between Kristiansand and New York City?
New York City is 6 hours behind Kristiansand right now. The full comparison against other major cities is in the tables above.
What is the UTC offset for Kristiansand?
Kristiansand is currently UTC+2:00. Because the city observes Daylight Saving Time, this offset is not the same all year.