Current Time in Israel
Israel is on Israel Standard Time – UTC+2 (UTC+2) right now. It switches to UTC+3 (UTC+3) on 26 Mar 2027.
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Asia/Jerusalem
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Time zone of Israel
| Time zone | Israel Standard Time |
|---|---|
| Abbreviation | UTC+2 |
| UTC offset | UTC+2 |
| IANA time zone id | Asia/Jerusalem |
| Daylight saving time | Yes – UTC+2 in winter, UTC+3 in summer |
Time difference between Israel and other cities
Daylight saving time in Israel
2026
- 27 March 2026: Clocks go forward 1 hour at 01:59 local time, from UTC+2 (UTC+2) to UTC+3 (UTC+3).
- 25 October 2026: Clocks go back 1 hour at 01:59 local time, from UTC+3 (UTC+3) to UTC+2 (UTC+2).
2027
- 26 March 2027: Clocks go forward 1 hour at 01:59 local time, from UTC+2 (UTC+2) to UTC+3 (UTC+3).
- 31 October 2027: Clocks go back 1 hour at 01:59 local time, from UTC+3 (UTC+3) to UTC+2 (UTC+2).
Israel time FAQ
What time is it in Israel right now?
Israel is on UTC+2 (UTC+2). The live clock at the top of this page shows the current local time in Israel, updated every second.
What time zone is Israel in?
Israel is in Israel Standard Time, abbreviated UTC+2, UTC+2. Its IANA time zone id is Asia/Jerusalem.
Does Israel observe daylight saving time?
Yes. The next change is on 26 Mar 2027, when clocks go forward one hour from UTC+2 to UTC+3.
What is the time difference between Israel and New York?
New York is 7 hours behind Israel.
Current time in Israel cities
Updated 7 November 2026. Time zone data: IANA tz database.