Current Time in Atlantic/Azores Time Zone
IANA Name: Atlantic/Azores
Standard Offset: UTC −01:00
Daylight Saving: Yes
DST Offset: UTC +00:00
DST Abbreviation: GMT
Currently Observing DST: Yes ✅
The Atlantic/Azores time zone at a glance
| Right now | 11:31 on Tuesday |
|---|---|
| UTC offset | UTC (the same as UTC) |
| Abbreviation | +00 |
| Daylight saving | Yes - Clocks change twice a year |
| Region | Atlantic |
What time is it in Atlantic/Azores?
The current local time in the Atlantic/Azores zone is 11:31 on Tuesday, 30 June 2026. The clock above updates every second. This zone runs on +00, which is UTC - That's the same as UTC.
Does it change for daylight saving time?
Yes. Atlantic/Azores 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 Atlantic/Azores time
Use the live clock for exact seconds, but for quick planning: 12:00 UTC = 12:00 local time, and 09:00 local time = 09:00 UTC. These examples use today's +00 offset, so they automatically reflect whether daylight saving is active now.
Use Atlantic/Azores when software asks for a time zone
Atlantic/Azores is the exact IANA identifier for this rule set. Use it in calendars, code, schedules, and travel planning instead of only writing UTC, because a plain UTC offset does not describe daylight-saving rules or future legal changes.
Where is Atlantic/Azores time used?
It is the official local time in Portugal. Cities that use this zone include Ponta Delgada.
Best next checks for Atlantic/Azores
For a real-world meeting, compare Atlantic/Azores 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 Portugal? Remember they are on UTC. Check the live clock above before you pick a time, then compare nearby city pages for local context.
The Atlantic/Azores time zone - Frequently asked questions
What is the Atlantic/Azores time zone?
Atlantic/Azores is a time zone in the Atlantic region. It runs on +00, which is UTC.
What is the UTC offset of Atlantic/Azores?
Atlantic/Azores is UTC right now - the same as UTC. The offset shifts by an hour for part of the year because of daylight saving time.
Does Atlantic/Azores use daylight saving time?
Yes. The clocks move forward an hour in spring and back an hour in autumn.
Which countries use Atlantic/Azores time?
It is used in Portugal.
How Alarm.now reads Atlantic/Azores
IANA rule set and current offset
Atlantic/Azores 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 GMT-1, daylight abbreviation GMT, 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.