Zone Name
Central European Summer Time (CEST)
10.4°
Live Global Time
Current time in Basel
Live local time in Basel, Basel-City, Switzerland. Updated every second with timezone and daylight details.
UTC Offset
UTC +2
DST starts
Mar 29, 2026
DST ends
Oct 25, 2026
Difference
+2 h
Analog Clock
12
3
6
9
Sun & Moon
New Moon
0% Illuminated
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Basel Time Guide
This world clock page gives you a live second-by-second time view for Basel, plus sunrise, sunset, moon phase, and timezone details.
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Quick FAQ
What time is it right now in Basel?
The current local time in Basel updates live on this page. The timezone is Central European Summer Time (CEST), with a UTC offset of UTC +2.
What timezone is Basel in?
Basel currently uses the Central European Summer Time (CEST) timezone (UTC +2). The offset can change when daylight saving starts or ends.
What are today's sunrise and sunset times in Basel?
You can find today's sunrise and sunset times for Basel in the Sun & Moon section, together with day length and moon details.
Does Basel observe daylight saving time?
This page shows whether Basel observes DST this year, including the next start and end dates when applicable, next to the live clock metrics.
How can I compare nearby cities in Basel-City?
Use the Nearby Cities list for Basel-City to quickly switch between cities and compare local times and daylight conditions.
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Live local time in Basel, Basel-City, Switzerland. Updated every second with timezone and daylight details.
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