Current Time in Atlantic/Canary Time Zone
IANA Name: Atlantic/Canary
Standard Offset: UTC +00:00
Daylight Saving: Yes
DST Offset: UTC +01:00
DST Abbreviation: WEST
Currently Observing DST: Yes ✅
The Atlantic/Canary time zone at a glance
| Right now | 12:31 on Tuesday |
|---|---|
| UTC offset | UTC+01:00 (1 hour ahead of UTC) |
| Abbreviation | WEST |
| Daylight saving | Yes - Clocks change twice a year |
| Region | Atlantic |
What time is it in Atlantic/Canary?
The current local time in the Atlantic/Canary zone is 12:31 on Tuesday, 30 June 2026. The clock above updates every second. This zone runs on WEST, which is UTC+01:00 - That's 1 hour ahead of UTC.
Does it change for daylight saving time?
Yes. Atlantic/Canary 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/Canary time
Use the live clock for exact seconds, but for quick planning: 12:00 UTC = 13:00 local time, and 09:00 local time = 08:00 UTC. These examples use today's WEST offset, so they automatically reflect whether daylight saving is active now.
Use Atlantic/Canary when software asks for a time zone
Atlantic/Canary is the exact IANA identifier for this rule set. Use it in calendars, code, schedules, and travel planning instead of only writing UTC+01:00, because a plain UTC offset does not describe daylight-saving rules or future legal changes.
Where is Atlantic/Canary time used?
It is the official local time in Spain. Cities that use this zone include Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and Santa Cruz de Tenerife.
Best next checks for Atlantic/Canary
For a real-world meeting, compare Atlantic/Canary 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 Spain? Remember they are on UTC+01:00. Check the live clock above before you pick a time, then compare nearby city pages for local context.
The Atlantic/Canary time zone - Frequently asked questions
What is the Atlantic/Canary time zone?
Atlantic/Canary is a time zone in the Atlantic region. It runs on WEST, which is UTC+01:00.
What is the UTC offset of Atlantic/Canary?
Atlantic/Canary is UTC+01:00 right now - 1 hour ahead of UTC. The offset shifts by an hour for part of the year because of daylight saving time.
Does Atlantic/Canary use daylight saving time?
Yes. The clocks move forward an hour in spring and back an hour in autumn.
Which countries use Atlantic/Canary time?
It is used in Spain.
How Alarm.now reads Atlantic/Canary
IANA rule set and current offset
Atlantic/Canary 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 WET, daylight abbreviation WEST, 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.