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Live Local Time in 8 Western European Countries
Check the current local time and time zones across 8 Western European countries, including Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Monaco, and the Netherlands.
Exact Current Local Time in Netherlands Now
The current time in the Netherlands follows Central European Time (CET) in winter and Central European Summer Time (CEST) in summer. The Netherlands shares this schedule with Germany, Belgium, France, Luxembourg, and other Western European countries, maintaining regional time consistency.
To check global differences, visit the current time page or use the time converter.
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IANA Time Zone:
Europe/AmsterdamUTC Offset: UTC +1 (standard), UTC +2 (DST)
Netherlands time zone
The Netherlands has a single nationwide time zone, applied uniformly across all provinces.
| Time Zone | Example City | UTC Offset |
|---|---|---|
| Central European Time (CET) / Central European Summer Time (CEST) | Amsterdam | UTC +1 / +2 (DST) |
The entire country observes the same clock from Groningen to Rotterdam.
Daylight Saving Time in the Netherlands
DST starts: Last Sunday in March → clocks go forward 1 hour
DST ends: Last Sunday in October → clocks go back 1 hour
The Netherlands follows the European Union’s DST schedule, synchronizing with other Central European nations.
For event scheduling or upcoming time changes, see the calendar or use the event countdown timer.
Major cities in the Netherlands & their time
| City | Time Zone | Typical Offset |
|---|---|---|
| Amsterdam | CET / CEST | UTC +1 / +2 |
| Rotterdam | CET / CEST | UTC +1 / +2 |
| The Hague | CET / CEST | UTC +1 / +2 |
| Utrecht | CET / CEST | UTC +1 / +2 |
| Eindhoven | CET / CEST | UTC +1 / +2 |
All major Dutch cities follow the same CET/CEST schedule throughout the year.
Quick facts — Netherlands time
Number of time zones: 1
Capital city: Amsterdam (constitutional), The Hague (government seat)
Default time zone: Central European Time (CET)
DST observed: Yes (March–October)
IANA ID:
Europe/AmsterdamUTC offsets: UTC +1 (standard), UTC +2 (DST)
For verified background, see 👉 Time in the Netherlands — Wikipedia.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many time zones does the Netherlands have?
Only one time zone — Central European Time (CET).
Does the Netherlands observe Daylight Saving Time?
Yes. The country moves clocks forward in March and back in October every year.
What is the Netherlands’ official time zone?
The official time zone is CET (UTC+1), shifting to CEST (UTC+2) during summer.
What are the Netherlands’ UTC offsets?
UTC +1 in winter and UTC +2 during daylight saving months.
Is the Netherlands in the same time zone as Germany and Belgium?
Yes, it shares the CET/CEST schedule with most of Western and Central Europe.
What is the IANA time zone ID for the Netherlands?
The IANA identifier is Europe/Amsterdam, representing the entire country.
How can I compare the Netherlands’ time with another city?
Use our time converter to check accurate time differences worldwide.