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Time Zone
CET/CEST
UTC Offset
UTC +1/+2
Population
2.1 million
Current Local Time in Paris
Paris, the capital of France, is renowned for its culture, fashion, and cuisine. The city uses Central European Time, one hour ahead of London.
Time Zone Information
Paris uses the CET/CEST time zone, which is UTC +1/+2. The city observes Daylight Saving Time, shifting clocks forward in spring and back in fall.
When to Call Paris
If you are scheduling a call or meeting with someone in Paris, consider these general business hours:
- Standard business hours: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM local time
- Best time for international calls: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM local time
- Avoid calling: Before 8:00 AM or after 9:00 PM local time
Quick Time Conversions
Use our Time Difference Calculator to convert Paris time to your local time zone, or check our World Time tool to see multiple cities at once.
What time zone is Paris in?
Paris is in the CET/CEST time zone, which is UTC +1/+2.
Does Paris observe Daylight Saving Time?
Yes, Paris observes Daylight Saving Time. Clocks move forward one hour in spring and back one hour in fall.
What is the time difference between Paris and New York?
Use our Time Difference Calculator to get the exact current difference, as it may vary during Daylight Saving Time transitions.