Current Time in Asia/Tel_Aviv Time Zone
IANA Name: Asia/Tel_Aviv
Standard Offset: UTC +02:00
Daylight Saving: Yes
DST Offset: UTC +03:00
DST Abbreviation: IDT
Currently Observing DST: Yes ✅
The Asia/Tel_Aviv time zone at a glance
| Right now | 15:55 on Tuesday |
|---|---|
| UTC offset | UTC+03:00 (3 hours ahead of UTC) |
| Abbreviation | IDT |
| Daylight saving | Yes - Clocks change twice a year |
| Region | Asia |
What time is it in Asia/Tel_Aviv?
The current local time in the Asia/Tel_Aviv zone is 15:55 on Tuesday, 30 June 2026. The clock above updates every second. This zone runs on IDT, which is UTC+03:00 - That's 3 hours ahead of UTC.
Does it change for daylight saving time?
Yes. Asia/Tel_Aviv uses daylight saving time, so the clocks move forward one hour in spring and back one hour in autumn. Right now it is on summer (daylight saving) time. Because of this, its UTC offset is not the same all year. New to clock changes? Read our plain-English guide to daylight saving time.
How to convert Asia/Tel_Aviv time
Use the live clock for exact seconds, but for quick planning: 12:00 UTC = 15:00 local time, and 09:00 local time = 06:00 UTC. These examples use today's IDT offset, so they automatically reflect whether daylight saving is active now.
Use Asia/Tel_Aviv when software asks for a time zone
Asia/Tel_Aviv is the exact IANA identifier for this rule set. Use it in calendars, code, schedules, and travel planning instead of only writing UTC+03:00, because a plain UTC offset does not describe daylight-saving rules or future legal changes.
Where is Asia/Tel_Aviv time used?
It is the official local time in Israel.
Best next checks for Asia/Tel_Aviv
For a real-world meeting, compare Asia/Tel_Aviv with a city page or use the time zone converter. For a reminder on your own device, set an online alarm after you confirm the local date and time.
💡 Tip: Setting up a call with someone in Israel? Remember they are on UTC+03:00. Check the live clock above before you pick a time, then compare nearby city pages for local context.
The Asia/Tel_Aviv time zone - Frequently asked questions
What is the Asia/Tel_Aviv time zone?
Asia/Tel_Aviv is a time zone in the Asia region. It runs on IDT, which is UTC+03:00.
What is the UTC offset of Asia/Tel_Aviv?
Asia/Tel_Aviv is UTC+03:00 right now - 3 hours ahead of UTC. The offset shifts by an hour for part of the year because of daylight saving time.
Does Asia/Tel_Aviv use daylight saving time?
Yes. The clocks move forward an hour in spring and back an hour in autumn.
Which countries use Asia/Tel_Aviv time?
It is used in Israel.
How Alarm.now reads Asia/Tel_Aviv
IANA rule set and current offset
Asia/Tel_Aviv is treated as an IANA time-zone identifier, not just a short abbreviation. That means the page can connect the live clock to its UTC offset, standard abbreviation IST, daylight abbreviation IDT, and any daylight-saving rule changes.
Best use cases
Use this page when software, calendars, or travel plans ask for the exact IANA zone. For a place-based view, follow the linked country and city clocks above, or compare zones with the time zone converter.