Time in Russia Now

The current time in Russia varies across 11 official time zones, spanning from Kaliningrad Time (UTC+2) in the west to Kamchatka Time (UTC+12) in the far east.
Russia is the largest country in the world by land area, and each region observes its own local standard time year-round — the nation does not use Daylight Saving Time (DST).

Moscow, the capital, follows Moscow Standard Time (MSK, UTC+3). Other major cities such as Saint Petersburg, Novosibirsk, and Vladivostok operate on different fixed UTC offsets based on their regional zones.

For accurate comparisons across Russian cities or with other countries, check the current time or use the time converter.

Standard settings for this page

• IANA Time Zones: Multiple (e.g., Europe/Moscow, Europe/Kaliningrad, Asia/Yekaterinburg, Asia/Novosibirsk, Asia/Vladivostok)

• UTC Offsets: From UTC +2 to UTC +12

• Time Format: 24-hour clock

• DST Observed: No (abolished in 2014)

• Time Zone Abbreviations: MSK, YEKT, NOVT, VLAT, PETT, etc.

Due to its vast geography, Russia observes multiple local time standards; however, each region maintains fixed time throughout the year.

Russia time zone(s)

Russia uses 11 official time zones, each covering specific territories and regions.
There are no daylight-saving adjustments, so the UTC offsets remain fixed year-round.

These zones ensure that local time closely matches daylight hours in each part of the country.

Daylight Saving Time in Russia

Russia does not observe Daylight Saving Time (DST).
In 2014, the government permanently adopted standard time for each region, eliminating seasonal clock changes.
This means that UTC offsets remain the same all year, without any time adjustments in March or October.

Russia’s decision ensures stable timekeeping and eliminates confusion from changing schedules between regions.

Major cities in Russia & their time

Here are the typical time zones followed by key Russian cities:

Despite having multiple time zones, every region maintains fixed local time throughout the year.

Quick facts — Russia time

• Number of time zones: 11 (nationwide)

• Capital city: Moscow

• Default zone (for reference): Moscow Standard Time (MSK)

• Daylight Saving Time: No (since 2014)

• IANA IDs: Europe/Moscow, Asia/Yekaterinburg, Asia/Vladivostok, Asia/Kamchatka, etc.

• UTC range: From +2 to +12 hours

• Time format: 24-hour clock system

• Regional variations: Yes — 11 zones from west to east

• DST history: Permanently abolished to maintain stable timekeeping

Russia’s system of fixed regional times ensures simplicity for residents and international coordination.

For verified background, see 👉 Time in Russia — Wikipedia.