Current Time in Donetsk
About Donetsk
Donetsk is located in Ukraine, in the Northern Hemisphere, and is a mid-sized city with a population of around 901,645. It runs on Europe/Kyiv time, currently UTC+3:00 relative to UTC. Donetsk observes Daylight Saving Time, so this offset shifts by an hour twice a year.
- CountryUkraine
- Population901,645
- Latitude48.0230°
- Longitude37.8022°
- Time zoneEurope/Kyiv
- Current UTC offsetUTC+3:00
- Daylight Saving TimeObserved
Sunrise & Sunset in Donetsk Today
For Sunday, October 11, 2026, calculated from Donetsk's own coordinates.
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Seasons in Donetsk
Approximate dates — the exact moment a season begins shifts by about a day from year to year.
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Daylight Saving Time
Donetsk observes Daylight Saving Time. Clocks last changed on Sunday, March 29, 2026 (to EEST), and are next scheduled to change on Sunday, October 25, 2026 (to EET).
Time Difference from Top 10 US Cities
Time Difference from Top 10 Cities Worldwide
Frequently Asked Questions About Time in Donetsk
What time zone is Donetsk in?
Donetsk, Ukraine uses the Europe/Kyiv time zone. It is currently on EEST (UTC+3:00). The live local time is shown at the top of this page.
Does Donetsk observe Daylight Saving Time?
Yes. Donetsk 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 EET.
What time is sunrise and sunset in Donetsk today?
The sun rises at 6:42 AM and sets at 5:48 PM in Donetsk today, giving 11h 6m of daylight.
What is the time difference between Donetsk and New York City?
New York City is 7 hours behind Donetsk right now. The full comparison against other major cities is in the tables above.
What is the UTC offset for Donetsk?
Donetsk is currently UTC+3:00. Because the city observes Daylight Saving Time, this offset is not the same all year.