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What time is it in Bern?
Bern, Switzerland
It is now 00:40 in Bern. Bern currently has the same clock time as the Netherlands (Amsterdam).
It is currently night in Bern.
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Time zone
Europe/Zurich
UTC+2
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What time does the sun rise in Bern?
07:43
What time does the sun set in Bern?
18:51
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The other side of the world
The point directly opposite Bern on Earth is in the southern Pacific Ocean. Based on its longitude, the local solar time there is now . At that point it is currently daytime. That point is exactly on the other side of the Earth: 46.9° S, 172.6° W.
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 Bern are currently getting shorter quickly. This week about 22 minutes of daylight will be lost.
Seasons
The longest day of the year in Bern falls around 19 June: then there is 15 hours and 54 minutes of daylight. The difference with the shortest day is about 7 hours and 24 minutes.
Local time and time zone — key facts
Bern uses the IANA time zone Europe/Zurich (UTC+2).
Daylight saving time is in effect. The next change back to standard time is scheduled for 2026-10-25 02:00 (local time).
Today the sun rises at 07:43 and sets at 18:51. Day length is 11 hours and 8 minutes.
Bern currently has the same clock time as the Netherlands (Amsterdam).
Best time to call
A convenient time is usually between 09:00 and 17:00 local time.
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Frequently asked questions about Bern
What time is it now in Bern?
It is currently 00:40 in Bern. It is night there now.
What is the time difference with Bern?
Bern is currently same time relative to your local time. No difference from the Netherlands (Amsterdam)
What time zone is Bern in?
Bern uses the time zone Europe/Zurich (UTC+2).
What time does the sun rise in Bern?
Today the sun rises in Bern at 07:43.
What time does the sun set in Bern?
Today the sun sets in Bern at 18:51.
What is the best time to call Bern?
A convenient time is usually between 09:00 and 17:00 local time in Bern. 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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