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Athens

Greece • Local Time

Sunday, December 28, 2025

GMT+2Night
Sunrise
07:19
Sunset
16:41
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Currency
Euro
Phone Code
+30 21
Sunrise
07:19
Sunset
16:41

Time in Athens

Athens, the birthplace of democracy, operates on Eastern European Time (EET/UTC+2). The cradle of Western civilization, Athens blends ancient ruins with vibrant modern life.

Daylight Saving Time

EEST runs last Sunday of March to last Sunday of October, following EU DST rules.

Time Difference

Athens is UTC+2 (EET) / UTC+3 (EEST). When noon in Athens: London 10 AM, NYC 5 AM, Istanbul 12 PM.

Business Hours

Shops 9 AM to 9 PM (closed Sunday). Siesta tradition means some close 2-5 PM. Restaurants open late.

Timezone Facts

Same timezone as Helsinki and Bucharest. One hour ahead of Central Europe. Ancient Greeks were early astronomers and timekeepers.

World Cities

Visiting Athens?

April to June and September to October for pleasant weather.

Ultimate Guide to Athens

660K populationGreekGMT+2

Cradle of Western civilization. Greece's capital with 3,400 years of history. Major tourism destination.

🌡️Climate

Mediterranean with hot dry summers (28-35°C) and mild wet winters (7-13°C). Very sunny year-round.