France — Time & Date Guide
Complete time and date reference for France. Find the current timezone, UTC offset, public holidays, DST schedule, sunrise and sunset times, and links to live clocks for major cities.
Key Facts
Primary Timezone
Europe/Paris
UTC Offset (Standard)
UTC+1
Capital
Paris
DST
Observed
Calling Code
+33
Currency
EUR
Region
Europe
Country Code
FR
Current Time in France
The primary timezone is Europe/Paris (currently UTC+1). France has 11 major cities tracked below.
View France World Clock →Public Holidays in France — 2026
View the complete list of official public holidays in France for 2026 and other years, including national holidays and observances.
France Holidays 2026 →Sunrise & Sunset in France
Find daily sunrise, sunset, and golden hour times for cities in France.
France Sunrise & Sunset →Daylight Saving Time in France
France observes daylight saving time. Find exact clock change dates, UTC offset changes, and which cities are affected.
France DST 2026 →Frequently Asked Questions
What timezone is France in?
France uses the Europe/Paris timezone. The standard UTC offset is UTC+1. During daylight saving time, the offset shifts by one hour.
Does France observe daylight saving time?
Yes, France observes daylight saving time (DST). Clocks spring forward in spring and fall back in autumn. Visit the DST page for exact dates.
What are the public holidays in France?
France has a number of official public holidays throughout the year. You can view the complete list for 2026 and other years on the France holidays page on TimeandTool.
What is the capital of France?
The capital of France is Paris. The country's calling code is +33 and its currency is EUR.
What is the current time in France?
The current UTC offset in France is UTC+1 (Europe/Paris). Visit the world clock page for France to see live times for cities in the country.