Greece flagCurrent Time in Greece

Check local time in Athens and all Greece cities. Greece spans 2 time zones.

Greece Quick Facts

🏛️ Capital City
Athens
👥 Population
10.7M
💰 Currency
€ Euro
📞 Phone Code
+30
🗣️ Official Languages
Greek

🕐 Time Zones in Greece

EET (UTC+2)EEST (UTC+3)

Greece uses Eastern European Time (UTC+2). Athens is the capital and largest city. The country observes Daylight Saving Time, switching to EEST (UTC+3) in summer.

Greece observes Daylight Saving Time (DST), known as Summer Time in Europe. Clocks spring forward one hour on the last Sunday of March and fall back on the last Sunday of October. During summer months, Greece uses EEST (UTC+3).

🏙️ Major Cities in Greece (4 cities)

Athens
Athens
Thessaloniki
Athens
Heraklion
Athens
Patras
Athens

Click on any city to see detailed local time, sunrise/sunset times, and weather information.

📞 Best Time to Call Greece

To call Greece from the United States, the best time is between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM EST, which corresponds to 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM in Greece. For UK callers, Greece is typically 1 hour ahead (or the same time during summer months). Early morning or late afternoon calls work best for most European schedules.

Standard business hours in Greece are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM or 6:00 PM local time, Monday through Friday. Government offices and banks may have shorter hours. Many businesses close for lunch, especially in Southern European, Latin American, and Asian countries.

✈️ Time-Related Travel Tips for Greece

Traveling to Greece from North America typically involves a 5-9 hour time difference. The jet lag is usually manageable within 1-2 days. European business culture values punctuality, so arrive on time for meetings. Greece follows the 24-hour clock format in official contexts, though 12-hour format is also common in casual settings.

🎯 Interesting Facts About Time in Greece

  • •The capital Athens is the political center of Greece with a total national population of 10.7M.
  • •Greece follows Central European Time conventions, making business coordination with other EU countries straightforward.
  • •Time zone boundaries don't always follow geographical lines - they're often adjusted for political, economic, or practical reasons.
  • •The concept of standardized time zones was developed in the 19th century with the expansion of railways, replacing local solar time.

About Time in Greece

Greece spans 2 time zones, from EET (UTC+2) to EEST (UTC+3). This makes it relatively straightforward to coordinate times across the country.

The capital city Athens serves as the political and often economic center of Greece. Major business activities are spread across cities including Athens, Thessaloniki, Heraklion, Patras.

When planning international calls, video conferences, or business meetings with contacts in Greece, it's important to consider the time zone difference. EET (UTC+2) is the most commonly referenced time zone for Greece. However, depending on the specific location, you may need to account for EEST (UTC+3).

Greece uses the Euro (€) as its official currency. The international dialing code is +30.The official language is Greek.

🏙️ Cities in GreeceGreece flag

Explore local time in 4 cities across Greece

Athens
Athens
Thessaloniki
Athens
Heraklion
Athens
Patras
Athens

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Frequently Asked Questions About Time in Greece

What time zone is Greece in?

Greece spans 2 time zones: EET (UTC+2), EEST (UTC+3). The capital Athens uses EET (UTC+2).

Does Greece observe Daylight Saving Time?

Greece observes Daylight Saving Time (DST), known as Summer Time in Europe. Clocks spring forward one hour on the last Sunday of March and fall back on the last Sunday of October. During summer months, Greece uses EEST (UTC+3).

What is the best time to call Greece from the US?

To call Greece from the United States, the best time is between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM EST, which corresponds to 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM in Greece. For UK callers, Greece is typically 1 hour ahead (or the same time during summer months). Early morning or late afternoon calls work best for most European schedules.

What are typical business hours in Greece?

Standard business hours in Greece are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM or 6:00 PM local time, Monday through Friday. Government offices and banks may have shorter hours. Many businesses close for lunch, especially in Southern European, Latin American, and Asian countries.