Current Time in Leiden
About Leiden
Leiden is located in The Netherlands, in the Northern Hemisphere, and is a mid-sized city with a population of around 119,713. It runs on Europe/Amsterdam time, currently UTC+2:00 relative to UTC. Leiden observes Daylight Saving Time, so this offset shifts by an hour twice a year.
- CountryThe Netherlands
- Population119,713
- Latitude52.1583°
- Longitude4.4931°
- Time zoneEurope/Amsterdam
- Current UTC offsetUTC+2:00
- Daylight Saving TimeObserved
Sunrise & Sunset in Leiden Today
For Sunday, October 11, 2026, calculated from Leiden's own coordinates.
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Seasons in Leiden
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Daylight Saving Time
Leiden 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 Leiden
What time zone is Leiden in?
Leiden, 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 Leiden observe Daylight Saving Time?
Yes. Leiden 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 Leiden today?
The sun rises at 8:00 AM and sets at 6:57 PM in Leiden today, giving 10h 57m of daylight.
What is the time difference between Leiden and New York City?
New York City is 6 hours behind Leiden right now. The full comparison against other major cities is in the tables above.
What is the UTC offset for Leiden?
Leiden is currently UTC+2:00. Because the city observes Daylight Saving Time, this offset is not the same all year.