Current Time in Genève
About Genève
Genève is located in Switzerland, in the Northern Hemisphere, and is a mid-sized city with a population of around 201,741. It runs on Europe/Zurich time, currently UTC+2:00 relative to UTC. Genève observes Daylight Saving Time, so this offset shifts by an hour twice a year.
- CountrySwitzerland
- Population201,741
- Latitude46.2022°
- Longitude6.1457°
- Time zoneEurope/Zurich
- Current UTC offsetUTC+2:00
- Daylight Saving TimeObserved
Sunrise & Sunset in Genève Today
For Sunday, October 11, 2026, calculated from Genève's own coordinates.
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Seasons in Genève
Approximate dates — the exact moment a season begins shifts by about a day from year to year.
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Daylight Saving Time
Genève 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 Genève
What time zone is Genève in?
Genève, Switzerland uses the Europe/Zurich time zone. It is currently on CEST (UTC+2:00). The live local time is shown at the top of this page.
Does Genève observe Daylight Saving Time?
Yes. Genève 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 Genève today?
The sun rises at 7:47 AM and sets at 6:57 PM in Genève today, giving 11h 10m of daylight.
What is the time difference between Genève and New York City?
New York City is 6 hours behind Genève right now. The full comparison against other major cities is in the tables above.
What is the UTC offset for Genève?
Genève is currently UTC+2:00. Because the city observes Daylight Saving Time, this offset is not the same all year.