What time is it in Reykjavik?

Reykjavik, Iceland

It is now 15:30 in Reykjavik. Reykjavik is currently 1 hours behind time in the Netherlands (Amsterdam).

It is currently dusk in Reykjavik.

Time difference

1 hours earlier

The clock runs behind time in the Netherlands

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Distance

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Time zone

Atlantic/Reykjavik

UTC+0

What time does the sun rise in Reykjavik?

09:27

What time does the sun set in Reykjavik?

16:55

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The other side of the world

The point directly opposite Reykjavik on Earth is in the Southern Ocean. Based on its longitude, the local solar time there is now . At that point it is currently night. That point is exactly on the other side of the Earth: 64.1° S, 158.1° E.

On the open sea there is not always an official local time zone. We therefore use local solar time based on longitude.

Daylight

The days in Reykjavik are currently getting shorter quickly. This week about 44 minutes of daylight will be lost.

Seasons

The longest day of the year in Reykjavik falls around 19 June: then there is 21 hours and 8 minutes of daylight. The difference with the shortest day is about 17 hours.

Local time and time zone — key facts

Reykjavik uses the IANA time zone Atlantic/Reykjavik (UTC+0).

This time zone does not use seasonal daylight saving time.

Today the sun rises at 09:27 and sets at 16:55. Day length is 7 hours and 28 minutes.

Compared with the Netherlands (Amsterdam), the local time here is 1 hours earlier.

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Frequently asked questions about Reykjavik

What time is it now in Reykjavik?
It is currently 15:30 in Reykjavik. It is dusk there now.
What is the time difference with Reykjavik?
Reykjavik is currently 1 hours earlier relative to your local time. The clock runs behind time in the Netherlands
What time zone is Reykjavik in?
Reykjavik uses the time zone Atlantic/Reykjavik (UTC+0).
What time does the sun rise in Reykjavik?
Today the sun rises in Reykjavik at 09:27.
What time does the sun set in Reykjavik?
Today the sun sets in Reykjavik at 16:55.
What is the best time to call Reykjavik?
A convenient time is usually between 09:00 and 17:00 local time in Reykjavik. On this page you will find an overview with specific advice per time.
Where can I learn more about time zones and daylight saving?

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