Current Time in Paris
Live Paris time with automatic updates
About Paris Time
Paris follows the Europe/Paris time zone. The current time shown above is automatically updated every second, ensuring you always have the accurate local time for Paris.
Time Zone Information
The time shown is based on Paris's official time zone (Europe/Paris), which is +00:00 hours from UTC (Coordinated Universal Time). This live clock automatically adjusts for Daylight Saving Time (DST) when applicable.
Paris is currently observing Daylight Saving Time (DST).
Understanding the local time in Paris 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 Paris:
- •Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- •Saturday: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM (retail)
- •Sunday: Many shops closed, restaurants open
Note: Long lunch breaks (12-2 PM) are traditional. August is vacation month.
Paris Landmarks & Business
🏛️ Famous Landmarks
- •Eiffel Tower
- •Louvre Museum
- •Arc de Triomphe
- •Notre-Dame
- •Champs-Élysées
💼 Major Companies
- •Total
- •L'Oréal
- •LVMH
- •Carrefour
- •BNP Paribas
- •AXA
Business Culture & Communication
🤝 Cultural Notes
Punctuality:
Fashionably late (10-15 minutes) is acceptable socially, but be on time for business.
Business Etiquette:
Formal greetings important. Dress well. Lunch meetings common and can be lengthy.
📞 Best Times to Call
From US Eastern:
3:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST (9 AM - 6 PM Paris)
From Europe:
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM CET
From Asia:
4:00 PM - 11:00 PM JST (9 AM - 2 PM Paris)
Major Public Holidays
Important holidays that may affect business operations in Paris:
🎉Bastille Day
National holiday, parades and celebrations
Typically: July 14
🎉All Saints' Day
Families visit graves
Typically: November 1
🎉Armistice Day
Remembrance ceremonies
Typically: November 11
🎉May Day
Labor day, protests common
Typically: May 1
Time Zone Facts
DST Status
Currently observing DST
UTC Offset
+00:00 from UTC
Coverage
Multiple cities in the region
Related Cities
Using the Paris World Clock
Our Paris 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 Paris.