Sweden flagCurrent Time in Sweden

Check local time in Stockholm and all Sweden cities. Sweden spans 2 time zones.

Sweden Quick Facts

🏛️ Capital City
Stockholm
👥 Population
10M
💰 Currency
kr Swedish Krona
📞 Phone Code
+46
🗣️ Official Languages
Swedish

🕐Time Zones in Sweden

CET (UTC+1)CEST (UTC+2)

Sweden uses CET (UTC+1) year-round. Stockholm is the capital and largest city.

Sweden 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, Sweden uses CEST (UTC+2).

Major Cities in Sweden (4 cities)

Stockholm
Stockholm
08:20
Gothenburg
Stockholm
08:20
Malmö
Stockholm
08:20
Uppsala
Stockholm
08:20

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

📞Best Time to Call Sweden

To call Sweden 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 Sweden. For UK callers, Sweden 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 Sweden are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM or 6:00 PM local time, Monday through Friday. Standard business hours in Sweden 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 Sweden

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

💡Interesting Facts About Time in Sweden

  • The capital Stockholm is the political center of Sweden with a total national population of 10M.
  • Sweden 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 Sweden

Sweden uses a single time zone (CET (UTC+1)). This makes it relatively straightforward to coordinate times across the country.

The capital city Stockholm serves as the political and often economic center of Sweden. Major business activities are spread across cities including Stockholm, Gothenburg, Malmö.

When planning international calls, video conferences, or business meetings with contacts in Sweden, it's important to consider the time difference. CET (UTC+1) is the most commonly referenced time zone for Sweden.

Sweden uses the Swedish Krona (kr) as its official currency. The international dialing code is +46. Multiple languages are spoken, including Swedish.

Cities in Sweden

Explore local time in 4 cities across Sweden:

StockholmGothenburgMalmöUppsala

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Frequently Asked Questions About Time in Sweden

Sweden spans 2 time zones: CET (UTC+1), CEST (UTC+2). The capital Stockholm uses CET (UTC+1).

Sweden 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, Sweden uses CEST (UTC+2).

To call Sweden 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 Sweden. For UK callers, Sweden 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 Sweden 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.

Sweden uses the Swedish Krona (kr) as its official currency. The international dialing code is +46. Official languages include Swedish.