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Time in Austria now
Current Local Time in European Countries
Local time and time zone info for Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Monaco, and the Netherlands.
Exact Current Time in Austria now
The current time in Austria follows Central European Time (CET) in winter and Central European Summer Time (CEST) in summer.
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IANA Time Zone:
Europe/ViennaUTC Offset: UTC +1 (standard), UTC +2 (DST)
Austria time zone
Austria uses one nationwide time zone with no regional variations.
| Time Zone | Example City | UTC Offset |
|---|---|---|
| Central European Time (CET) / Central European Summer Time (CEST) | Vienna | UTC +1 / +2 (DST) |
The same clock applies across all Austrian states (Bundesländer).
Daylight Saving Time in Austria
DST starts: Last Sunday in March → clocks go forward 1 hour
DST ends: Last Sunday in October → clocks go back 1 hour
Austria follows the European Union’s DST schedule, staying aligned with neighbors like Germany, Italy, and Hungary.
Planning a meeting around DST? Use the time converter.
Major cities in Austria & their time
| City | Time Zone | Typical Offset |
|---|---|---|
| Vienna | CET / CEST | UTC +1 / +2 |
| Graz | CET / CEST | UTC +1 / +2 |
| Linz | CET / CEST | UTC +1 / +2 |
| Salzburg | CET / CEST | UTC +1 / +2 |
| Innsbruck | CET / CEST | UTC +1 / +2 |
From Vienna to Innsbruck, all cities use the same national time.
Quick facts — Austria time
Number of time zones: 1
Capital city: Vienna
Default time zone: Central European Time (CET)
DST observed: Yes (March–October)
IANA ID:
Europe/ViennaUTC offsets: UTC +1 (standard), UTC +2 (DST)
For verified background, see 👉 Time in Austria — Wikipedia.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many time zones does Austria have?
Austria uses only one official time zone nationwide (CET/CEST).
Does Austria observe Daylight Saving Time?
Yes. Austria observes DST from late March to late October, advancing clocks by one hour in spring.
What is Austria’s official time zone?
The official zone is Central European Time (CET), switching to Central European Summer Time (CEST) in summer.
What is the UTC offset for Austria?
UTC +1 during standard time and UTC +2 during daylight saving time.
Is Austria in the same time zone as Germany and Italy?
Yes. Austria shares the CET/CEST schedule with Germany, Italy, Switzerland, and most of Central Europe.
What is the IANA time zone ID for Austria?
The IANA identifier is Europe/Vienna, used by operating systems and web services.
How can I compare Austria’s time with other countries?
Use our time converter for instant cross-country comparisons.