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