Current Time in Kharkiv
About Kharkiv
Kharkiv is located in Ukraine, in the Northern Hemisphere, and is a major city with a population of around 1,433,886. It runs on Europe/Kyiv time, currently UTC+3:00 relative to UTC. Kharkiv observes Daylight Saving Time, so this offset shifts by an hour twice a year.
- CountryUkraine
- Population1,433,886
- Latitude49.9818°
- Longitude36.2548°
- Time zoneEurope/Kyiv
- Current UTC offsetUTC+3:00
- Daylight Saving TimeObserved
Sunrise & Sunset in Kharkiv Today
For Sunday, October 11, 2026, calculated from Kharkiv's own coordinates.
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Seasons in Kharkiv
Approximate dates — the exact moment a season begins shifts by about a day from year to year.
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Daylight Saving Time
Kharkiv 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 Kharkiv
What time zone is Kharkiv in?
Kharkiv, 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 Kharkiv observe Daylight Saving Time?
Yes. Kharkiv 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 Kharkiv today?
The sun rises at 6:50 AM and sets at 5:53 PM in Kharkiv today, giving 11h 2m of daylight.
What is the time difference between Kharkiv and New York City?
New York City is 7 hours behind Kharkiv right now. The full comparison against other major cities is in the tables above.
What is the UTC offset for Kharkiv?
Kharkiv is currently UTC+3:00. Because the city observes Daylight Saving Time, this offset is not the same all year.