Current Time in East Jerusalem
About East Jerusalem
East Jerusalem is located in Palestinian Territory, in the Northern Hemisphere, and is a mid-sized city with a population of around 428,304. It runs on Asia/Hebron time, currently UTC+3:00 relative to UTC. East Jerusalem observes Daylight Saving Time, so this offset shifts by an hour twice a year.
- CountryPalestinian Territory
- Population428,304
- Latitude31.7834°
- Longitude35.2339°
- Time zoneAsia/Hebron
- Current UTC offsetUTC+3:00
- Daylight Saving TimeObserved
Sunrise & Sunset in East Jerusalem Today
For Sunday, October 11, 2026, calculated from East Jerusalem's own coordinates.
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Seasons in East Jerusalem
Approximate dates — the exact moment a season begins shifts by about a day from year to year.
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Daylight Saving Time
East Jerusalem observes Daylight Saving Time. Clocks last changed on Saturday, March 28, 2026 (to EEST), and are next scheduled to change on Saturday, October 24, 2026 (to EET).
Time Difference from Top 10 US Cities
Time Difference from Top 10 Cities Worldwide
Frequently Asked Questions About Time in East Jerusalem
What time zone is East Jerusalem in?
East Jerusalem, Palestinian Territory uses the Asia/Hebron time zone. It is currently on EEST (UTC+3:00). The live local time is shown at the top of this page.
Does East Jerusalem observe Daylight Saving Time?
Yes. East Jerusalem observes Daylight Saving Time, so its UTC offset shifts by an hour twice a year. The next clock change is on Saturday, October 24, 2026, when it moves to EET.
What time is sunrise and sunset in East Jerusalem today?
The sun rises at 6:39 AM and sets at 6:12 PM in East Jerusalem today, giving 11h 32m of daylight.
What is the time difference between East Jerusalem and New York City?
New York City is 7 hours behind East Jerusalem right now. The full comparison against other major cities is in the tables above.
What is the UTC offset for East Jerusalem?
East Jerusalem is currently UTC+3:00. Because the city observes Daylight Saving Time, this offset is not the same all year.