Paris to Madrid — Time Zone Converter
CET (UTC+2) → CET (UTC+2). Madrid is the same offset relative to Paris right now.
Paris
Oct 7, 2026, 1:55 PM
Madrid
Oct 7, 2026, 1:55 PM
Sample times — CET to CET
Sample conversions for today; daylight saving applied.
About Paris and MadridParis vs Madrid time difference through 2026
The gap stays at same time all year, because both places change their clocks on the same dates.
Dates (2026) CET CET Difference Jan 1 – Mar 28 UTC+1 UTC+1 same time Mar 29 – Oct 24 UTC+2 UTC+2 same time Oct 25 – Dec 31 UTC+1 UTC+1 same time
Transition dates are the first full day on the new offset; clocks usually change overnight, between 1:00 and 3:00 local time.
Method & sources
Offsets and daylight-saving dates are computed from the IANA Time Zone Database through the JavaScript Intl API — the same rules your phone and computer use. The year table above was generated from those rules when this page was built; the live converter uses the rules installed in your own browser, so it stays correct if a country changes its clocks.
Page last updated: October 1, 2026
Paris vs Madrid time difference through 2026
The gap stays at same time all year, because both places change their clocks on the same dates.
| Dates (2026) | CET | CET | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 – Mar 28 | UTC+1 | UTC+1 | same time |
| Mar 29 – Oct 24 | UTC+2 | UTC+2 | same time |
| Oct 25 – Dec 31 | UTC+1 | UTC+1 | same time |
Transition dates are the first full day on the new offset; clocks usually change overnight, between 1:00 and 3:00 local time.
Method & sources
Offsets and daylight-saving dates are computed from the IANA Time Zone Database through the JavaScript Intl API — the same rules your phone and computer use. The year table above was generated from those rules when this page was built; the live converter uses the rules installed in your own browser, so it stays correct if a country changes its clocks.
Page last updated: October 1, 2026
Paris and Madrid share Central European Time, so the clocks are identical year-round. The difference that matters is cultural rather than numeric — Spanish working and dining hours run noticeably later than French ones.
Frequently asked questions
What is the time difference between Paris and Madrid?
Right now the offset is about the same offset (from CET to CET). Daylight saving rules differ by region, so use the converter and table above rather than memorising a single number year-round.
Does daylight saving affect Paris vs Madrid?
Yes, whenever either region springs forward or falls back, the gap can shift by an hour. This page uses the IANA time-zone database so those transitions are applied automatically.
How do I schedule a meeting across continental Europe and Spain?
Pick a time in the converter, share both columns with attendees, and avoid early-morning or late-night slots on one side. The sample table lists common business hours in the source zone.
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