Current time in Bucharest, Romania
02:05:51
Sunday, 15 November 2026
UTC offset
UTC+02:00
Europe/Bucharest
Sunrise
07:12
Today
Sunset
16:50
9h 38m of daylight
Next clock change: clocks go forward 1h on Sun, 28 Mar 2027.
Bucharest compared with the world
Upcoming holidays in Romania
- National Anthem DayWed, 29 Jul · in 0 days
- St Mary's DaySat, 15 Aug · in 0 days
- September EquinoxWed, 23 Sep · in 0 days
- HalloweenSat, 31 Oct · in 0 days
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Frequently asked questions
What time zone is Bucharest in?
Bucharest is in the Eastern European Time zone, Europe/Bucharest in the IANA database, currently at UTC+02:00.
Does Bucharest have daylight saving time?
Yes. Clocks in Bucharest change during the year. The next change is on Sun, 28 Mar 2027.
What is the best time to call Bucharest?
Business hours in Bucharest usually run from 09:00 to 17:00 local time. Use the meeting planner to find an hour that suits both sides, and check the public holidays in Romania before you book. Open the meeting planner on DaySchedule