Current Time in Zurich
Live Zurich time with automatic updates
About Zurich Time
Zurich follows the Europe/Zurich time zone. The current time shown above is automatically updated every second, ensuring you always have the accurate local time for Zurich.
Time Zone Information
The time shown is based on Zurich's official time zone (Europe/Zurich), which is +00:00 hours from UTC (Coordinated Universal Time). This live clock automatically adjusts for Daylight Saving Time (DST) when applicable.
Zurich is currently observing Daylight Saving Time (DST).
Understanding the local time in Zurich 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 Zurich:
- •Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- •Saturday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (retail)
- •Sunday: Closed by law
Note: Punctuality is sacred. Everything closes on Sunday. Banking capital
Zurich Landmarks & Business
🏛️ Famous Landmarks
- •Lake Zurich
- •Grossmünster
- •Bahnhofstrasse
- •Swiss National Museum
- •Uetliberg Mountain
💼 Major Companies
- •UBS
- •Credit Suisse
- •Swiss Re
- •Zurich Insurance
- •ABB
- •Nestlé (nearby)
Business Culture & Communication
🤝 Cultural Notes
Punctuality:
Extremely important - arrive exactly on time. Quality over speed.
Business Etiquette:
Formal and reserved. Privacy valued. High quality expected in everything.
📞 Best Times to Call
From US Eastern:
2:00 AM - 11:00 AM EST (8 AM - 5 PM Zurich)
From Europe:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM CET
From Asia:
3:00 PM - 12:00 AM JST (8 AM - 5 PM Zurich)
Major Public Holidays
Important holidays that may affect business operations in Zurich:
🎉Swiss National Day
National celebration
Typically: August 1
🎉Sechseläuten
Spring festival in Zurich
Typically: Third Monday in April
🎉Labor Day
Zurich canton only
Typically: May 1
🎉Knabenschiessen
Zurich shooting contest
Typically: Second weekend in September
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 Zurich World Clock
Our Zurich 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 Zurich.