Switzerland — Time & Date Guide
Complete time and date reference for Switzerland. 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/Zurich
UTC Offset (Standard)
UTC+1
Capital
Bern
DST
Observed
Calling Code
+41
Currency
CHF
Region
Europe
Country Code
CH
Current Time in Switzerland
The primary timezone is Europe/Zurich (currently UTC+1). Switzerland has 4 major cities tracked below.
View Switzerland World Clock →Public Holidays in Switzerland — 2026
View the complete list of official public holidays in Switzerland for 2026 and other years, including national holidays and observances.
Switzerland Holidays 2026 →Sunrise & Sunset in Switzerland
Find daily sunrise, sunset, and golden hour times for cities in Switzerland.
Switzerland Sunrise & Sunset →Daylight Saving Time in Switzerland
Switzerland observes daylight saving time. Find exact clock change dates, UTC offset changes, and which cities are affected.
Switzerland DST 2026 →Frequently Asked Questions
What timezone is Switzerland in?
Switzerland uses the Europe/Zurich timezone. The standard UTC offset is UTC+1. During daylight saving time, the offset shifts by one hour.
Does Switzerland observe daylight saving time?
Yes, Switzerland 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 Switzerland?
Switzerland has a number of official public holidays throughout the year. You can view the complete list for 2026 and other years on the Switzerland holidays page on TimeandTool.
What is the capital of Switzerland?
The capital of Switzerland is Bern. The country's calling code is +41 and its currency is CHF.
What is the current time in Switzerland?
The current UTC offset in Switzerland is UTC+1 (Europe/Zurich). Visit the world clock page for Switzerland to see live times for cities in the country.