Current Time in Karlstad
About Karlstad
Karlstad is located in Sweden, in the Northern Hemisphere. It runs on Europe/Stockholm time, currently UTC+2:00 relative to UTC. Karlstad observes Daylight Saving Time, so this offset shifts by an hour twice a year.
- CountrySweden
- Population61,492
- Latitude59.3793°
- Longitude13.5036°
- Time zoneEurope/Stockholm
- Current UTC offsetUTC+2:00
- Daylight Saving TimeObserved
Sunrise & Sunset in Karlstad Today
For Sunday, October 11, 2026, calculated from Karlstad's own coordinates.
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Seasons in Karlstad
Approximate dates — the exact moment a season begins shifts by about a day from year to year.
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Daylight Saving Time
Karlstad 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 Karlstad
What time zone is Karlstad in?
Karlstad, 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 Karlstad observe Daylight Saving Time?
Yes. Karlstad 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 Karlstad today?
The sun rises at 7:34 AM and sets at 6:10 PM in Karlstad today, giving 10h 36m of daylight.
What is the time difference between Karlstad and New York City?
New York City is 6 hours behind Karlstad right now. The full comparison against other major cities is in the tables above.
What is the UTC offset for Karlstad?
Karlstad is currently UTC+2:00. Because the city observes Daylight Saving Time, this offset is not the same all year.