Time in Madrid, Spain
Monday, September 21, 2026
When Madrid changes its clocks
Madrid is one of the places that still shifts its clocks twice a year
Madrid keeps Central European Standard Time at UTC+01:00 for most of the year, and moves to Central European Summer Time at UTC+02:00 during its summer. The shift is 1 hour.
Next change
25 October 2026 — clocks move back by 1 hour, from UTC+02:00 to UTC+01:00.
Upcoming transition dates
- 29 March 2026 — forward to UTC+02:00
- 25 October 2026 — back to UTC+01:00
- 28 March 2027 — forward to UTC+02:00
- 31 October 2027 — back to UTC+01:00
- 26 March 2028 — forward to UTC+02:00
- 29 October 2028 — back to UTC+01:00
When the gap to Madrid changes
Dates in the next year where the difference shifts, by counterpart city
The difference between two cities is not a constant. It changes whenever either side moves its clocks — and because regions switch on different dates, there are short windows each year when the usual gap is wrong. These are the dates that matter for Madrid:
New York (United States)
- From 25 October 2026: Madrid is 5 hours ahead of New York
- From 1 November 2026: Madrid is 6 hours ahead of New York
- From 14 March 2027: Madrid is 5 hours ahead of New York
- From 28 March 2027: Madrid is 6 hours ahead of New York
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)
- From 25 October 2026: Madrid is 3 hours behind Dubai
- From 28 March 2027: Madrid is 2 hours behind Dubai
Singapore (Singapore)
- From 25 October 2026: Madrid is 7 hours behind Singapore
- From 28 March 2027: Madrid is 6 hours behind Singapore
Daylight and the sun over Madrid
Madrid sits at 40.42°, -3.70°
Longest day
15h 04m of daylight
Shortest day
9h 17m of daylight
Yearly swing
5h 47m between them
Clock time versus solar time
When the clock in Madrid reads 12:00, the sun is not yet overhead — the civil clock runs 1 hour 15 minutes ahead of mean solar time here. That is a substantial gap, and it is the reason daily rhythms in Madrid can feel shifted relative to the clock: sunrise, lunch and sunset all arrive later in clock terms than the number suggests.
During summer time that gap widens to 2 hours 15 minutes ahead of the sun, which is the whole point of the exercise — shifting daylight into the evening.
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Best Times to Contact Madrid
Optimal calling and meeting hours
Business Hours
Typically 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM local time
Best for professional calls, meetings, and business inquiries
Personal Calls
Evenings 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM local time
Ideal for catching up with family and friends
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Cultural Business Context
Madrid, Spain • 11:24 local time
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Good time for business communication
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Business hours: 09:00 - 19:00 | Weekend: Sunday, Saturday | Lunch: 14:00 - 15:30
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Places related to Madrid
Cities that share a clock, a country, or an offset
On exactly the same clock as Madrid
These share the Europe/Madrid zone, so they keep the same time as Madrid and change their clocks on the same dates.
Same offset (UTC+01:00), different part of the world
These sit in other countries but keep the same standard offset as Madrid (Central European Standard Time). They will not necessarily change clocks on the same dates, so the match can be seasonal rather than permanent.
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Common Questions About Madrid Time
Frequently asked questions
What time zone is Madrid in?
Madrid operates in the Europe/Madrid time zone, known as Central European Standard Time, currently UTC+01:00 (UTC+02:00 during summer time). This clock applies that offset directly from the IANA time zone database.
Does Madrid observe daylight saving time?
Yes. Madrid shifts its clocks by 1 hour, between UTC+01:00 and UTC+02:00. The next change is on 25 October 2026.
What's the time difference between Madrid and my location?
The time comparison tool above shows the current time difference. You can also use our meeting coordinator to find the best times for calls across different time zones.
How accurate is this Madrid clock?
Our clock synchronizes with your device's time and applies the official Europe/Madrid time zone offset. It updates every second and automatically handles daylight saving time, ensuring accuracy within a second.
Can I use this for scheduling meetings in Madrid?
Yes! This tool is perfect for scheduling. Use the meeting coordinator above to compare multiple time zones and find optimal meeting times that work for everyone in Madrid and other locations.
Time Zone Facts About Madrid
Interesting information about Madrid's time
IANA identifier
Europe/Madrid
Standard time name
Central European Standard Time
Standard offset
UTC+01:00
Daylight saving
Observed — clocks shift 1 hour to UTC+02:00
Region
Europe
Population
3,223,334