Romania flagCurrent Time in Romania

Check local time in Bucharest and all Romania cities. Romania spans 2 time zones.

Romania Quick Facts

🏛️ Capital City
Bucharest
👥 Population
19M
💰 Currency
lei Romanian Leu
📞 Phone Code
+40
🗣️ Official Languages
Romanian

🕐 Time Zones in Romania

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

Romania uses Eastern European Time and observes Daylight Saving Time. Bucharest is the capital, and the country is known for Transylvania and Dracula legend.

Romania 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, Romania uses EEST (UTC+3).

🏙️ Major Cities in Romania (4 cities)

Bucharest
Bucharest
Cluj-Napoca
Bucharest
Timișoara
Bucharest
Constanța
Bucharest

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

📞 Best Time to Call Romania

To call Romania 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 Romania. For UK callers, Romania 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 Romania 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 Romania

Traveling to Romania 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. Romania follows the 24-hour clock format in official contexts, though 12-hour format is also common in casual settings.

🎯 Interesting Facts About Time in Romania

  • •The capital Bucharest is the political center of Romania with a total national population of 19M.
  • •Romania 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 Romania

Romania 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 Bucharest serves as the political and often economic center of Romania. Major business activities are spread across cities including Bucharest, Cluj-Napoca, Timișoara, Constanța.

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

Romania uses the Romanian Leu (lei) as its official currency. The international dialing code is +40.The official language is Romanian.

🏙️ Cities in RomaniaRomania flag

Explore local time in 4 cities across Romania

Bucharest
Bucharest
Cluj-Napoca
Bucharest
Timișoara
Bucharest
Constanța
Bucharest

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Frequently Asked Questions About Time in Romania

What time zone is Romania in?

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

Does Romania observe Daylight Saving Time?

Romania 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, Romania uses EEST (UTC+3).

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

To call Romania 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 Romania. For UK callers, Romania 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 Romania?

Standard business hours in Romania 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.