Current time in Spain
Spain spans 2 IANA time zones, from UTC+0 to UTC+1 in standard time — so always check the specific city, not just the country. Daylight saving time applies in all of these zones, so offsets shift seasonally.
UTC offset
UTC+1 … UTC+2
now
Time zones
2
check the city
Daylight saving
Observed
next change October 25
Cities listed
7
Europe
Time zones in Spain
| Zone | Example city | Local time | UTC offset now | Standard / DST | Next clock change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantic/Canary | Las Palmas | 12:30 | UTC+1 | UTC+0 / UTC+1 | October 25, 2026, 01:59 → 01:00 |
| Europe/Madrid | Madrid | 13:30 | UTC+2 | UTC+1 / UTC+2 | October 25, 2026, 02:59 → 02:00 |
Cities in Spain
| City | Local time | IANA time zone | UTC offset now | Abbr. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Madrid | 13:30 | Europe/Madrid | UTC+2 | CEST |
| Barcelona | 13:30 | Europe/Madrid | UTC+2 | CEST |
| Valencia | 13:30 | Europe/Madrid | UTC+2 | CEST |
| Seville | 13:30 | Europe/Madrid | UTC+2 | CEST |
| Bilbao | 13:30 | Europe/Madrid | UTC+2 | CEST |
| Malaga | 13:30 | Europe/Madrid | UTC+2 | CEST |
| Las Palmas | 12:30 | Atlantic/Canary | UTC+1 | WEST |
Frequently asked questions
What time is it in Spain right now?
Spain does not have a single national time — it spans 2 time zones, currently running at UTC+1, UTC+2. The table on this page shows the live local time in each listed city, updated every second from your device's clock using the official IANA time zone rules.
How many time zones does Spain have?
The cities covered here span 2 IANA time zones, from UTC+0 to UTC+1 in standard time: Atlantic/Canary, Europe/Madrid.
Does Spain observe daylight saving time?
Yes. All 2 zones change between UTC+0 (standard) and UTC+1 (daylight saving); the next change is on October 25, 2026. The exact dates for each zone are in the table above.
What is the UTC offset in Spain?
Right now the offsets in Spain are UTC+1, UTC+2, depending on the city. Zones that observe daylight saving time shift seasonally, so the offset depends on the date as well.