Time in Stockholm, Sweden
Monday, September 21, 2026
When Stockholm changes its clocks
Stockholm is one of the places that still shifts its clocks twice a year
Stockholm 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 Stockholm 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 Stockholm:
New York (United States)
- From 25 October 2026: Stockholm is 5 hours ahead of New York
- From 1 November 2026: Stockholm is 6 hours ahead of New York
- From 14 March 2027: Stockholm is 5 hours ahead of New York
- From 28 March 2027: Stockholm is 6 hours ahead of New York
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)
- From 25 October 2026: Stockholm is 3 hours behind Dubai
- From 28 March 2027: Stockholm is 2 hours behind Dubai
Singapore (Singapore)
- From 25 October 2026: Stockholm is 7 hours behind Singapore
- From 28 March 2027: Stockholm is 6 hours behind Singapore
Daylight and the sun over Stockholm
Stockholm sits at 59.33°, 18.07°
Longest day
18h 37m of daylight
Shortest day
6h 05m of daylight
Yearly swing
12h 33m between them
That is a swing of 12h 33m between midsummer and midwinter — a large seasonal difference. In practice it means an afternoon call with Stockholm lands in broad daylight in June and well after dark in December, even though the clock time has not moved.
Clock time versus solar time
Stockholm's clock is unusually well matched to the sun: local noon falls within 12 minutes of the moment the sun is actually overhead. Most cities sit further out, because time zones follow borders rather than longitude.
During summer time that gap widens to 48 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 Stockholm
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
Stockholm, Sweden • 11:24 local time
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Good time for business communication
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Business hours: 08:30 - 17:00 | Weekend: Sunday, Saturday | Lunch: 12:00 - 13:00
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Places related to Stockholm
Cities that share a clock, a country, or an offset
On exactly the same clock as Stockholm
These share the Europe/Stockholm zone, so they keep the same time as Stockholm 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 Stockholm (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 Stockholm Time
Frequently asked questions
What time zone is Stockholm in?
Stockholm operates in the Europe/Stockholm 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 Stockholm observe daylight saving time?
Yes. Stockholm 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 Stockholm 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 Stockholm clock?
Our clock synchronizes with your device's time and applies the official Europe/Stockholm 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 Stockholm?
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 Stockholm and other locations.
Time Zone Facts About Stockholm
Interesting information about Stockholm's time
IANA identifier
Europe/Stockholm
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