Current Time in Edinburgh, SCT, United Kingdom
2026 November 10
Edinburgh Timezone, Daylight Saving & Geography
Edinburgh, SCT, United Kingdom is located in the Europe/London timezone, currently operating at UTC+00:00 (GMT). Edinburgh is currently on standard time. The next scheduled clock change in Edinburgh takes place on March 28, 2027, when clocks move forward 1 hour(s) to BST (UTC+01:00).
Today in Edinburgh, sunrise is at 07:38 and sunset is at 16:14, with solar noon at 11:56 and a total daylight duration of 8h 35m. Geographic coordinates for Edinburgh are 55.95206, -3.19648 at an approximate elevation of 66 m above sea level. The recorded population of Edinburgh is approximately 506,520 inhabitants.
Edinburgh boasts a stunning medieval Old Town and a elegant Georgian New Town, both UNESCO World Heritage sites. Arthur's Seat, an extinct volcano, offers panoramic city views. The Edinburgh Festival Fringe is the world's largest arts festival. Edinburgh Castle dominates the city skyline and houses Scotland's crown jewels. Calton Hill provides another excellent vantage point for city sightseeing. The Royal Mile is a historic street connecting Edinburgh Castle to Holyrood Palace. Whisky distilleries around the city offer tours and tastings. Many museums and galleries showcase Scotland's art, history, and culture.
Time Difference from Edinburgh to Major World Hubs
| Global Hub | Current Hub Time | Difference from Edinburgh |
|---|---|---|
| UTC / GMT | 12:00 | Same time |
| London | 12:00 | Same time |
| New York | 07:00 | 5 hrs behind |
| Tokyo | 21:00 | 9 hrs ahead |
| Sydney | 23:00 | 11 hrs ahead |
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Edinburgh, SCT, United Kingdom 24-Hour Time Conversion Table
Working hours & hourly schedule in Edinburgh
| Your Local Time | Edinburgh, SCT, United Kingdom (GMT) |
|---|---|
| 00:00 | 0 : 00 (12 : 00AM) |
| 01:00 | 1 : 00 (1 : 00AM) |
| 02:00 | 2 : 00 (2 : 00AM) |
| 03:00 | 3 : 00 (3 : 00AM) |
| 04:00 | 4 : 00 (4 : 00AM) |
| 05:00 | 5 : 00 (5 : 00AM) |
| 06:00 | 6 : 00 (6 : 00AM) |
| 07:00 | 7 : 00 (7 : 00AM) |
| 08:00 | 8 : 00 (8 : 00AM) |
| 09:00 | 9 : 00 (9 : 00AM) |
| 10:00 | 10 : 00 (10 : 00AM) |
| 11:00 | 11 : 00 (11 : 00AM) |
| 12:00 | 12 : 00 (12 : 00PM) |
| 13:00 | 13 : 00 (1 : 00PM) |
| 14:00 | 14 : 00 (2 : 00PM) |
| 15:00 | 15 : 00 (3 : 00PM) |
| 16:00 | 16 : 00 (4 : 00PM) |
| 17:00 | 17 : 00 (5 : 00PM) |
| 18:00 | 18 : 00 (6 : 00PM) |
| 19:00 | 19 : 00 (7 : 00PM) |
| 20:00 | 20 : 00 (8 : 00PM) |
| 21:00 | 21 : 00 (9 : 00PM) |
| 22:00 | 22 : 00 (10 : 00PM) |
| 23:00 | 23 : 00 (11 : 00PM) |
Frequently Asked Questions about Time in Edinburgh
- What timezone is Edinburgh, United Kingdom in?
- Edinburgh follows the Europe/London IANA timezone with a current UTC offset of UTC+00:00 (GMT).
- Does Edinburgh observe Daylight Saving Time (DST)?
- Edinburgh is currently on standard time (GMT, UTC+00:00). The next clock change is on March 28, 2027, when clocks move forward 1 hour(s) to BST (UTC+01:00).
- What time is sunrise and sunset in Edinburgh today?
- Sunrise in Edinburgh today is at 07:38 and sunset is at 16:14, providing 8h 35m of daylight.
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