Reims Local Time Zone

Evan Kingsley wrote on 9/24/2023. Last updated: 6/20/2024

Local Time Zone

Ahoy, dear travelers! Welcome to Reims, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of the Champagne region of France. Bursting at the seams with unraveled mysteries and one-of-a-kind experiences, this delightful destination is buzzing with a vibrancy like no other. But hold on to your champers, we're about to embark on a journey through time - well, the local time zone to be exact!

Reims operates under Central European Time (CET) or UTC +1. However, don't let the ticking hands of the clock trick you into winter slumber, for the city springs forward one hour to Central European Summer Time (CEST) or UTC +2 from the last Sunday in March to the last Sunday in October. Yes, the longer daylight hours mean extra time to explore its sparkling labyrinth of vineyards, magnificent Gothic architecture, and age-old heritage sites.

Time Difference to major World Cities

As we take a jaunty leap across time zones, let's peek at how Reims' time stacks up against some major world cities. Fear not, for the confusion of calculating time differences will not cast a shadow on your upcoming visit.

  • Eastward ho, to New York City: NYC is typically 6 hours behind Reims. So, when the sun rises at 7 AM in Reims, our friends in the Big Apple would still be counting sheep at 1 AM.

  • Journeying south to Cape Town, the South African city and Reims go hand in hand in time zones during the winter months. However, when Reims jumps into summertime, they leave their South African pals an hour behind.

  • If we waltz up east to Moscow, the city of churches and tsars is typically ahead by only 2 hours. So, while you're enjoying a leisurely lunch at 1 PM in Reims, Moscow would be gearing up for their evening tea at 3 PM.

  • Our friends from Sydney, might need a bit of adjusting. Their clock is generally 8-10 hours ahead, depending on whether daylight saving is in effect. So, as the people of Reims are winding down the day, the early birds in Sydney are just starting theirs!

Remember, keep an eye on that watch, but never let it dictate your sense of adventure! Now, gear up, get ready, and open your hearts to the limitless wonders that await you in the timeless city of Reims!


Evan Kingsley

Evan Kingsley

Hey, I’m Evan! Even though I’ve been bitten by a piranha, left stranded in the Sahara when my camel ditched me, and even spent a night in a Bhutanese jail over a supposedly stolen fruit (I swear I didn’t take it!), I still love traveling so much I don’t think I’ll ever stop. With over 130 countries under my belt, I’m always on the lookout for the next wild adventure… hopefully with fewer bites, camel betrayals, and misunderstandings over fruit!

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