What Time Zone Is Portugal?
Portugal uses 2 time zones: WET (UTC+0), UTC−1 (UTC−1). Lisbon is on WET.
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· Portugal — main zone
Europe/Lisbon
Time zones in Portugal
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Main time zone of Portugal
| Time zone | Western European Standard Time |
|---|---|
| Abbreviation | WET |
| UTC offset | UTC+0 |
| IANA time zone id | Europe/Lisbon |
| Daylight saving time | Yes – UTC+0 in winter, UTC+1 in summer |
Daylight saving time in Portugal
2026
- 29 March 2026: Clocks go forward 1 hour at 00:59 local time, from WET (UTC+0) to WET (UTC+1).
- 25 October 2026: Clocks go back 1 hour at 01:59 local time, from WET (UTC+1) to WET (UTC+0).
2027
- 28 March 2027: Clocks go forward 1 hour at 00:59 local time, from WET (UTC+0) to WET (UTC+1).
- 31 October 2027: Clocks go back 1 hour at 01:59 local time, from WET (UTC+1) to WET (UTC+0).
Portugal time zone FAQ
What time zone is Portugal in?
Portugal spans 2 time zones: WET (UTC+0), UTC−1 (UTC−1).
Which areas of Portugal use each time zone?
WET: Lisbon, Porto, Braga, Setubal. UTC−1: Atlantic/Azores
Does all of Portugal observe daylight saving time?
Yes, every zone in Portugal changes its clocks.
Updated 6 November 2026. Time zone data: IANA tz database.