Current Time in Halmstad
About Halmstad
Halmstad is located in Sweden, in the Northern Hemisphere. It runs on Europe/Stockholm time, currently UTC+2:00 relative to UTC. Halmstad observes Daylight Saving Time, so this offset shifts by an hour twice a year.
- CountrySweden
- Population70,480
- Latitude56.6745°
- Longitude12.8568°
- Time zoneEurope/Stockholm
- Current UTC offsetUTC+2:00
- Daylight Saving TimeObserved
Sunrise & Sunset in Halmstad Today
For Sunday, October 11, 2026, calculated from Halmstad's own coordinates.
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Seasons in Halmstad
Approximate dates — the exact moment a season begins shifts by about a day from year to year.
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Daylight Saving Time
Halmstad 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 Halmstad
What time zone is Halmstad in?
Halmstad, Sweden uses the Europe/Stockholm time zone. It is currently on CEST (UTC+2:00). The live local time is shown at the top of this page.
Does Halmstad observe Daylight Saving Time?
Yes. Halmstad 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 Halmstad today?
The sun rises at 7:32 AM and sets at 6:17 PM in Halmstad today, giving 10h 45m of daylight.
What is the time difference between Halmstad and New York City?
New York City is 6 hours behind Halmstad right now. The full comparison against other major cities is in the tables above.
What is the UTC offset for Halmstad?
Halmstad is currently UTC+2:00. Because the city observes Daylight Saving Time, this offset is not the same all year.