Time Zones in Spain
Spain uses mainland Spain uses Central European Time; the Canary Islands use Western European Time, an hour earlier. Spain has used Central European Time since a 1940s policy decision, even though its geography aligns more naturally with GMT.
Daylight Saving Time in Spain
Daylight Saving Time is observed nationwide from late March to late October.
Current Time in Madrid
As the capital of Spain, Madrid keeps the Madrid time zone. See the live clock above, which updates automatically for any current Daylight Saving Time adjustment.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many time zones does Spain have?
Spain uses mainland Spain uses Central European Time; the Canary Islands use Western European Time, an hour earlier.
Does Spain observe Daylight Saving Time?
Daylight Saving Time is observed nationwide from late March to late October.
What is the capital of Spain and what time is it there now?
Madrid is the capital of Spain. See the live clock above for its exact current time.