Current Time in Atlantic/Faroe Time Zone
IANA Name: Atlantic/Faroe
Standard Offset: UTC +00:00
Daylight Saving: Yes
DST Offset: UTC +01:00
DST Abbreviation: WEST
Currently Observing DST: Yes ✅
The Atlantic/Faroe time zone at a glance
| Right now | 12:30 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/Faroe?
The current local time in the Atlantic/Faroe zone is 12:30 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/Faroe 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/Faroe 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/Faroe when software asks for a time zone
Atlantic/Faroe 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/Faroe time used?
It is the official local time in Faroe Islands. Cities that use this zone include Torshavn.
Best next checks for Atlantic/Faroe
For a real-world meeting, compare Atlantic/Faroe 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 Faroe Islands? 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/Faroe time zone - Frequently asked questions
What is the Atlantic/Faroe time zone?
Atlantic/Faroe is a time zone in the Atlantic region. It runs on WEST, which is UTC+01:00.
What is the UTC offset of Atlantic/Faroe?
Atlantic/Faroe 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/Faroe use daylight saving time?
Yes. The clocks move forward an hour in spring and back an hour in autumn.
Which countries use Atlantic/Faroe time?
It is used in Faroe Islands.
How Alarm.now reads Atlantic/Faroe
IANA rule set and current offset
Atlantic/Faroe 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.