Daylight Saving Time in Italy
🇮🇹 2026
Currently on standard time
Observes DST
Yes
DST Starts
March
DST Ends
October
About DST in Italy
Italy follows EU DST rules: CEST (UTC+2) from last Sunday in March to last Sunday in October.
Regions Affected
All of Italy
Timezones in Italy
FAQ
Does Italy use daylight saving time?
Yes, Italy observes DST from March to October.
When do clocks change in Italy?
Clocks go forward 1 hour in March and back 1 hour in October.
Which parts of Italy don't observe DST?
All of Italy.
Other Countries
Daylight Saving Time Dates in Italy (2026–2028)
| Year | Starts (clocks forward) | Ends (clocks back) |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | March 29, 2026 | October 25, 2026 |
| 2027 | March 28, 2027 | October 31, 2027 |
| 2028 | March 26, 2028 | October 29, 2028 |
Dates follow official rules (US/Canada: 2nd Sunday March – 1st Sunday November; EU: last Sunday March – last Sunday October).