Daylight Saving Time in France
🇫🇷 2026
Currently on standard time
Observes DST
Yes
DST Starts
March
DST Ends
October
About DST in France
France follows EU DST rules. French Summer Time (UTC+2) applies from the last Sunday in March to the last Sunday in October.
Regions Affected
Metropolitan France and overseas territories
Timezones in France
FAQ
Does France use daylight saving time?
Yes, France observes DST from March to October.
When do clocks change in France?
Clocks go forward 1 hour in March and back 1 hour in October.
Which parts of France don't observe DST?
Metropolitan France and overseas territories.
Other Countries
Daylight Saving Time Dates in France (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).