About Moscow Time
Moscow, and a large part of western Russia, operates on Moscow Standard Time (MSK). This timezone is consistent throughout the year as Russia does not observe Daylight Saving Time. Moscow Standard Time is 3 hours ahead of Coordinated Universal Time (UTC+3). This unified time ensures consistency for the political, economic, and cultural hub of the nation.
🌍 Timezone
Europe/Moscow (MSK)
UTC+3 (Year-round)
Standard time only
☀️ Daylight Saving Time
Russia does not observe DST
The time remains constant all year
No clock changes in spring or autumn
📍 Location
Latitude: 55.7558° N
Longitude: 37.6173° E
Capital city of Russia
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Time in Moscow vs Major Cities
As one of the world's major political, economic, and cultural centers, knowing the local time in Moscow is essential for international affairs and business. Here is a comparison of Moscow time (MSK) with other major world cities:
Time Differences from Moscow
New York: -8 hours (during EST) / -7 hours (during EDT)
Los Angeles: -11 hours (during PST) / -10 hours (during PDT)
London: -3 hours (during GMT) / -2 hours (during BST)
Paris: -2 hours (during CET) / -1 hour (during CEST)
Tokyo: +6 hours
Practical Time Information
Moscow is a sprawling metropolis, famous for its iconic architecture like the Kremlin, Red Square, and Saint Basil's Cathedral. Understanding the local time is crucial for navigating its extensive metro system, attending cultural events at the Bolshoi Theatre, or conducting business in the Moscow International Business Center.
Daylight hours in Moscow experience dramatic seasonal shifts. In summer, the sun can rise as early as 3:45 AM and set after 9:00 PM, creating long twilight "White Nights". In winter, the sun may not rise until nearly 9:00 AM, with sunset occurring before 4:00 PM.
Time in Major Cities
Compare Moscow time with major cities around the world. All times are synchronized and updated in real-time.