What time is it in Amsterdam?
The clock below shows the exact local time in Amsterdam, Netherlands, ticking live in your browser. Amsterdam is the Dutch capital, on Central European Time.
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Time zone & daylight saving
Amsterdam uses the Europe/Amsterdam time zone, which is currently UTC+2. Amsterdam changes its clocks next on Sunday, October 25, 2026, moving from UTC+2 to UTC+1.
If you have a call or flight around a clock change, double-check the time a few days before. Most mix-ups happen on the weekend the clocks move.
Time difference from major cities
Planning a call
Here is how common business hours in Amsterdam line up elsewhere today:
| Amsterdam | New York | London | Tokyo |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08:00 in Amsterdam | 02:00 | 07:00 | 15:00 |
| 10:00 in Amsterdam | 04:00 | 09:00 | 17:00 |
| 12:00 in Amsterdam | 06:00 | 11:00 | 19:00 |
| 14:00 in Amsterdam | 08:00 | 13:00 | 21:00 |
| 16:00 in Amsterdam | 10:00 | 15:00 | 23:00 |
| 18:00 in Amsterdam | 12:00 | 17:00 | 01:00 |
| 20:00 in Amsterdam | 14:00 | 19:00 | 03:00 |
A rough rule: anything between 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. in the earlier city usually lands inside working hours for both sides, unless they are more than 8 hours apart.
Frequently asked questions
What time zone is Amsterdam in?
Amsterdam is in the Europe/Amsterdam time zone, currently UTC+2.
Does Amsterdam have daylight saving time?
Yes. Amsterdam changes its clocks next on Sunday, October 25, 2026, moving from UTC+2 to UTC+1.
How do I know the time difference between me and Amsterdam?
The live line under the clock compares your device's time zone with Amsterdam and updates automatically.