Current Time in Paris, France
Exact time synced with atomic clocks (IANA + NTP)
Country
Dialling: +33
City Details
Paris
Lat: 48.8566° N
Long: 2.3522° E
Population: 2,148,000
Time Zone
Europe/Paris
GMT+2
Public Holidays in France
Easter Monday
Lundi de Pâques
Labour Day
Fête du Travail
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Overview
Paris is the capital and largest city of France, with a city population of 2.04 million in 105 km² and a metropolitan area of 13.2 million as of 2026. It has been a world centre for finance, fashion, gastronomy and culture since the 17th century, and in 2024 hosted the Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Administrative Region
Île-de-France
FR-75
Local Currency
€
Metadata
- Web Domain.fr
- ISO CodeFR-75
Culture & Daily Life
📜 History & Origins
The Celtic Parisii tribe settled on the Île de la Cité in the Seine around 250 BCE. Julius Caesar conquered the settlement — then called Lutetia — in 52 BCE. Under Roman rule it became a regional administrative centre, and by 508 CE Clovis I made Paris capital of the Frankish Empire. By the medieval period it was the most populous city in Western Europe.
🗣️ Languages
👥 Demographics
✨ Leisure Highlights
- •Eiffel Tower and Trocadéro
- •Louvre Museum
- •Musée d'Orsay
- •Montmartre and Sacré-Cœur Basilica
- •Palace of Versailles (day trip, 35 mins by RER C)
🎒 Visitor Tip
The Louvre is far larger than most people expect — plan at least four hours and buy tickets in advance. For the Eiffel Tower, book the summit weeks ahead. The Paris Visite metro pass gives unlimited travel across all zones and is worth it for any stay over two days. Many of the best things — Musée d'Orsay river views, Luxembourg Gardens, Notre-Dame exterior — are free or nearly free.
Geography & Climate
Land & Terrain
Surface area and physical characteristics
Relatively flat basin carved by the River Seine, ranging from 24m at the western riverbank to 148m at the hill of Belleville. The Seine flows 13km through the city centre. Prominent hills include Montmartre (130m) and Belleville (148m) in the north and east. The city sits in the broader Paris Basin of sedimentary rock.
Climate Stats
Temperate oceanic (Köppen Cfb)
Avg Summer
19°C
Avg Winter
4°C
Annual Rainfall
637 mm
Best Months (Sunshine)
Travel & Connectivity
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Frequently Asked Questions about time in Paris
What timezone is Paris in?↓
Paris is in the Europe/Paris time zone (Europe/Paris), currently UTCGMT+2.
Does France observe daylight saving time?↓
Yes. France observes daylight saving time. Clocks in Paris go forward in March and back in October, switching between CET/CEST and CET/CEST.
What is CET/CEST?↓
CET/CEST stands for Europe/Paris. It is UTCGMT+2 and is the standard time used in France.
How many hours ahead is Paris compared to London?↓
Paris is 2 hours ahead of London (GMT). During UK summer (BST), the difference reduces by 1 hour to 1 hour.
What is the time difference between Paris and New York?↓
Paris is 7 hours ahead of New York (EST). When New York switches to EDT in summer, the difference decreases by 1 hour.
How accurate is the time shown for Paris?↓
The time displayed for Paris is synced with atomic clock sources via NTP (Network Time Protocol) and uses IANA timezone data to ensure accuracy to the second. It automatically reflects any daylight saving time changes.
What does UTCGMT+2 mean for Paris?↓
UTCGMT+2 means Paris is 2 hours ahead of Coordinated Universal Time (UTC), the global standard for timekeeping.
What are the business hours in Paris?↓
Standard business hours in Paris are typically Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM CET/CEST (UTCGMT+2). Many businesses also operate Saturday mornings. Public holidays follow the France national calendar.
Is there much time difference between Paris and London?↓
Paris is within a few hours of London, so scheduling calls is usually straightforward. Always confirm the current local time in both cities, especially around daylight saving time changes.