Current Time in Nicosia, Cyprus
Nicosia is on Eastern European Standard Time – UTC+2 (UTC+2) right now. It switches to UTC+3 (UTC+3) on 28 Mar 2027.
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· Nicosia
Asia/Nicosia
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Time zone of Nicosia
| Time zone | Eastern European Standard Time |
|---|---|
| Abbreviation | UTC+2 |
| UTC offset | UTC+2 |
| IANA time zone id | Asia/Nicosia |
| Daylight saving time | Yes – UTC+2 in winter, UTC+3 in summer |
Time difference between Nicosia and other cities
Daylight saving time in Nicosia
2026
- 29 March 2026: Clocks go forward 1 hour at 02:59 local time, from UTC+2 (UTC+2) to UTC+3 (UTC+3).
- 25 October 2026: Clocks go back 1 hour at 03:59 local time, from UTC+3 (UTC+3) to UTC+2 (UTC+2).
2027
- 28 March 2027: Clocks go forward 1 hour at 02:59 local time, from UTC+2 (UTC+2) to UTC+3 (UTC+3).
- 31 October 2027: Clocks go back 1 hour at 03:59 local time, from UTC+3 (UTC+3) to UTC+2 (UTC+2).
Nicosia time FAQ
What time is it in Nicosia right now?
Nicosia is on UTC+2 (UTC+2). The live clock at the top of this page shows the current local time in Nicosia, updated every second.
What time zone is Nicosia in?
Nicosia is in Eastern European Standard Time, abbreviated UTC+2, UTC+2. Its IANA time zone id is Asia/Nicosia.
Does Nicosia observe daylight saving time?
Yes. The next change is on 28 Mar 2027, when clocks go forward one hour from UTC+2 to UTC+3.
What is the time difference between Nicosia and New York?
New York is 7 hours behind Nicosia.
Other cities in Cyprus
Updated 7 November 2026. Time zone data: IANA tz database.