Current Time in Bucharest
Live Bucharest time with automatic updates
About Bucharest Time
Bucharest follows the Europe/Bucharest time zone. The current time shown above is automatically updated every second, ensuring you always have the accurate local time for Bucharest.
Time Zone Information
The time shown is based on Bucharest's official time zone (Europe/Bucharest), which is +00:00 hours from UTC (Coordinated Universal Time). This live clock automatically adjusts for Daylight Saving Time (DST) when applicable.
Bucharest is currently observing Daylight Saving Time (DST).
Understanding the local time in Bucharest is crucial for:
- •Scheduling international business meetings and conference calls
- •Planning travel arrangements and flight bookings
- •Coordinating with remote teams and global partners
- •Managing import/export operations and shipping schedules
🏢 Local Business Hours
Standard business hours in Bucharest:
- •Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- •Saturday: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
- •Sunday: Closed
Note: Extended lunch breaks common (1-2 PM)
Bucharest Landmarks & Business
🏛️ Famous Landmarks
- •Palace of Parliament
- •Romanian Athenaeum
- •Old Town
- •Herastrau Park
- •Village Museum
💼 Major Companies
- •TAROM
- •Banca Transilvania
- •OMV Petrom
- •Orange Romania
- •Dacia
Business Culture & Communication
🤝 Cultural Notes
Punctuality:
Generally punctual for business meetings. Personal relationships important.
Business Etiquette:
Formal greetings and professional conduct. Business entertainment common.
📞 Best Times to Call
From US Eastern:
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM EST (morning in Bucharest)
From Europe:
6:00 AM - 10:00 AM CET (daytime in Bucharest)
From Asia:
4:00 AM - 8:00 AM JST (morning in Bucharest)
Major Public Holidays
Important holidays that may affect business operations in Bucharest:
🎉National Day
Great Union Day celebration
Typically: December 1
🎉Epiphany
Orthodox Christian holiday
Typically: January 6
🎉Constitution Day
National holiday
Typically: December 8
Time Zone Facts
DST Status
Currently observing DST
UTC Offset
+00:00 from UTC
Coverage
Multiple cities in the region
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Using the Bucharest World Clock
Our Bucharest world clock is a reliable tool for checking the current local time. Whether you're scheduling international meetings, coordinating with remote teams, or planning travel, this tool provides accurate, real-time information about the current time in Bucharest.