Current Time in Groningen
About Groningen
Groningen is located in The Netherlands, in the Northern Hemisphere, and is a mid-sized city with a population of around 238,147. It runs on Europe/Amsterdam time, currently UTC+2:00 relative to UTC. Groningen observes Daylight Saving Time, so this offset shifts by an hour twice a year.
- CountryThe Netherlands
- Population238,147
- Latitude53.2192°
- Longitude6.5667°
- Time zoneEurope/Amsterdam
- Current UTC offsetUTC+2:00
- Daylight Saving TimeObserved
Sunrise & Sunset in Groningen Today
For Sunday, October 11, 2026, calculated from Groningen's own coordinates.
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Seasons in Groningen
Approximate dates — the exact moment a season begins shifts by about a day from year to year.
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Daylight Saving Time
Groningen 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
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Frequently Asked Questions About Time in Groningen
What time zone is Groningen in?
Groningen, The Netherlands uses the Europe/Amsterdam time zone. It is currently on CEST (UTC+2:00). The live local time is shown at the top of this page.
Does Groningen observe Daylight Saving Time?
Yes. Groningen 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 Groningen today?
The sun rises at 7:53 AM and sets at 6:47 PM in Groningen today, giving 10h 54m of daylight.
What is the time difference between Groningen and New York City?
New York City is 6 hours behind Groningen right now. The full comparison against other major cities is in the tables above.
What is the UTC offset for Groningen?
Groningen is currently UTC+2:00. Because the city observes Daylight Saving Time, this offset is not the same all year.