Current Time in Besançon, 27, France
2026 November 2
Besançon Timezone, Daylight Saving & Geography
Besançon, 27, France is located in the Europe/Paris timezone, currently operating at UTC+01:00 (CET). Besançon is currently on standard time. The next scheduled clock change in Besançon takes place on March 28, 2027, when clocks move forward 1 hour(s) to CEST (UTC+02:00).
Today in Besançon, sunrise is at 07:20 and sunset is at 17:18, with solar noon at 12:19 and a total daylight duration of 9h 57m. Geographic coordinates for Besançon are 47.24878, 6.01815 at an approximate elevation of 300 m above sea level. The recorded population of Besançon is approximately 128,426 inhabitants.
Besançon is located in the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region of eastern France. The city is situated on a loop in the Doubs River, creating a naturally defensible location. A significant portion of Besançon's historic city center is a UNESCO World Heritage site. It boasts a well-preserved citadel, built by Vauban, a famous military engineer. Besançon is home to a renowned university and several museums. The city's economy is diverse, encompassing industries such as watchmaking and microtechnology. Michelin-starred restaurants offer fine dining experiences. Tourism plays a vital role in Besançon's economy.
Time Difference from Besançon to Major World Hubs
| Global Hub | Current Hub Time | Besançon Relative Difference |
|---|---|---|
| UTC / GMT | 13:54 | 1 hr ahead |
| London | 13:54 | 1 hr ahead |
| New York | 08:54 | 6 hrs ahead |
| Tokyo | 22:54 | 8 hrs behind |
| Sydney | 00:54 | 10 hrs behind |
Besançon, 27, France 24-Hour Time Conversion Table
Working hours & hourly schedule in Besançon
| Your Local Time | Besançon, 27, France (CET) |
|---|---|
| 00:00 | 1 : 00 (1 : 00AM) |
| 01:00 | 2 : 00 (2 : 00AM) |
| 02:00 | 3 : 00 (3 : 00AM) |
| 03:00 | 4 : 00 (4 : 00AM) |
| 04:00 | 5 : 00 (5 : 00AM) |
| 05:00 | 6 : 00 (6 : 00AM) |
| 06:00 | 7 : 00 (7 : 00AM) |
| 07:00 | 8 : 00 (8 : 00AM) |
| 08:00 | 9 : 00 (9 : 00AM) |
| 09:00 | 10 : 00 (10 : 00AM) |
| 10:00 | 11 : 00 (11 : 00AM) |
| 11:00 | 12 : 00 (12 : 00PM) |
| 12:00 | 13 : 00 (1 : 00PM) |
| 13:00 | 14 : 00 (2 : 00PM) |
| 14:00 | 15 : 00 (3 : 00PM) |
| 15:00 | 16 : 00 (4 : 00PM) |
| 16:00 | 17 : 00 (5 : 00PM) |
| 17:00 | 18 : 00 (6 : 00PM) |
| 18:00 | 19 : 00 (7 : 00PM) |
| 19:00 | 20 : 00 (8 : 00PM) |
| 20:00 | 21 : 00 (9 : 00PM) |
| 21:00 | 22 : 00 (10 : 00PM) |
| 22:00 | 23 : 00 (11 : 00PM) |
| 23:00 | 0 : 00 (12 : 00AM) |
Frequently Asked Questions about Time in Besançon
- What timezone is Besançon, France in?
- Besançon follows the Europe/Paris IANA timezone with a current UTC offset of UTC+01:00 (CET).
- Does Besançon observe Daylight Saving Time (DST)?
- Besançon is currently on standard time (CET, UTC+01:00). The next clock change is on March 28, 2027, when clocks move forward 1 hour(s) to CEST (UTC+02:00).
- What time is sunrise and sunset in Besançon today?
- Sunrise in Besançon today is at 07:20 and sunset is at 17:18, providing 9h 57m of daylight.
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