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Real Time in Northern European Countries
See live clocks and time zones for Northern Europe, including the UK, Denmark, Finland, Estonia, Iceland, Ireland, Latvia, and Faroe Islands.
Exact Current Time in Norway
The current time in Norway follows Central European Time (CET) during standard time and Central European Summer Time (CEST) during summer.
Located in Northern Europe, Norway shares its time zone with many European countries, including Germany, France, and Denmark.
Norway observes Daylight Saving Time (DST) annually, moving clocks forward by one hour in spring and back in autumn.
👉 The standard time zone used for this page is:
IANA Time Zone:
Europe/OsloUTC Offset: UTC +1 (standard), UTC +2 (DST)
To compare global times, visit the current time overview or try the time converter tool.
Norway Time Zone
| Time Zone | Example City | UTC Offset |
|---|---|---|
| Central European Time (CET) / Central European Summer Time (CEST) | Oslo | UTC +1 / +2 (DST) |
Norway operates on one nationwide time zone, ensuring consistency across all regions.
Daylight Saving Time in Norway
DST starts: Last Sunday in March → clocks go forward 1 hour
DST ends: Last Sunday in October → clocks go back 1 hour
This schedule matches the European Union’s DST system, maintaining easy synchronization across neighboring nations.
Popular Cities in Norway & Their Time
| City | Time Zone | Typical Offset |
|---|---|---|
| Oslo | CET/CEST | UTC +1 / +2 |
| Bergen | CET/CEST | UTC +1 / +2 |
| Stavanger | CET/CEST | UTC +1 / +2 |
| Trondheim | CET/CEST | UTC +1 / +2 |
| Tromsø | CET/CEST | UTC +1 / +2 |
From Oslo to Tromsø, every city in Norway follows the same national time zone.
Quick Facts About Norway Time
Number of time zones: 1
Capital city: Oslo
Default time zone: Central European Time (CET)
DST observed: Yes (March – October)
IANA ID:
Europe/OsloUTC offset: UTC +1 (standard), UTC +2 (DST)
Norway’s timekeeping system aligns with much of continental Europe, simplifying business and travel coordination.
For more information, visit 👉 Time in Norway — Wikipedia
FAQs
How many time zones does Norway have?
Norway uses one official time zone, covering the entire country from north to south.
Does Norway observe Daylight Saving Time?
Yes. Norway observes DST from late March to late October, shifting clocks one hour forward during summer.
What is Norway’s official time zone?
The official zone is Central European Time (CET) in winter and Central European Summer Time (CEST) in summer.
Which city represents Norway’s national time?
Oslo, the capital city, represents the national time zone for Norway.
What is the IANA time zone ID for Norway?
The IANA time zone ID is Europe/Oslo, used globally in devices and timekeeping systems.