Current Time in Paris

Live Paris time with automatic updates

00:14:16
Sunday, July 6, 2025
Time Zone: Europe/ParisUTC+00:00

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.

🌍 Time Differences

Current time in other major cities:

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

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UTC Offset

+00:00 from UTC

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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.

Features of our world clock include:

Real-time updates every second
Easy time zone conversion
Business hours reference
Related cities with current times
Daylight Saving Time information