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Time in Sweden Now
Current Time in Northern Europe Countries
What Time Is It in Sweden Right Now With Seconds
Sweden follows Central European Time (CET) as its standard time, with a UTC offset of UTC+1. The country does observe Daylight Saving Time, switching to Central European Summer Time (CEST), UTC+2, during the warmer months.
All parts of Sweden, including Stockholm, Gothenburg, Malmö, Uppsala, and Västerås, follow the same national time.
Sweden Time Zone Information
Time Zone: Central European Time (CET)
Standard Time: UTC+1
Daylight Saving Time: Observed (CEST — UTC+2)
IANA Time Zone ID: Europe/Stockholm
More Info: Time in Sweden — Wikipedia
Location: Sweden in Google Maps and Sweden in Apple Maps
Major Cities in Sweden & Their Time: All cities in Sweden follow CET (UTC+1) and switch to CEST (UTC+2) during Daylight Saving Time.
Pros and Cons
Pros
One single time zone nationwide.
Daylight Saving Time provides longer daylight in evenings.
Easy alignment with most European countries.
Cons
Clock changes required when DST starts and ends.
Very short daylight hours during winter months in northern regions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time zone does Sweden use?
Sweden uses Central European Time (CET) and Central European Summer Time (CEST) during DST.
Does Sweden observe Daylight Saving Time?
Yes. Sweden observes Daylight Saving Time every year.
What is the IANA time zone ID for Sweden?
Sweden’s official IANA time zone ID is Europe/Stockholm.
Do all parts of the country follow the same time?
Yes. The entire country follows the same national time.
Is the time difference the same all year?
No. The time difference changes seasonally due to Daylight Saving Time.