What time zone is Sofia in?

Sofia is in the Eastern European Summer Time timezone, abbreviated GMT+3, with a UTC offset of UTC+3. Daylight Saving Time is currently active.

What is the UTC offset for Sofia?

The UTC offset for Sofia is UTC+3 (GMT+3). During DST the offset shifts by +1 hour.

Does Sofia observe Daylight Saving Time?

Yes, Sofia currently observes Daylight Saving Time — clocks are 1 hour ahead of standard GMT+3 time.

What is the current local time in Sofia?

The current local time in Sofia, Bulgaria can be seen live on this page. The city is in the Eastern European Summer Time timezone (GMT+3, UTC+3).

How do I convert Sofia time to other time zones?

Use the WorldTimePage Timezone Converter at https://worldtimepage.com/convert. Enter Sofia (GMT+3, UTC+3) as the source timezone and select your destination city or timezone.

Are Sofia and Plovdiv on the same time?

Yes — both Sofia and Plovdiv are in Bulgaria and share the Eastern European Summer Time timezone (GMT+3, UTC+3). They follow the exact same local time, including any daylight saving transitions.

How many people live in Sofia?

Sofia has a population of approximately 1.3 million. It is located in Bulgaria and observes the Eastern European Summer Time timezone (GMT+3, UTC+3).

When does Sofia change clocks for Daylight Saving Time?

Sofia follows the daylight saving schedule of Bulgaria. The next clock change is on October 25, 2026, when clocks fall back 1 hour. DST is currently active.

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Current Time in Sofia

Q: What time is it in Sofia right now?

The current local time in Sofia is displayed live at the top of this page. Sofia observes the Eastern European Summer Time timezone (GMT+3, UTC+3).

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18:43:51

Tuesday, May 12, 2026

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See the exact local time in Sofia Bulgaria. The live clock above updates every second.Sofia follows Eastern European Summer Time (GMT+3, UTC+3, DST active). Use the sections below for timezone details, UTC offset, DST status, and comparisons with other cities worldwide.

Current Local Time in Sofia

What Time Is It in Sofia Right Now?

The current local time in Sofia, Bulgaria is 06:43:51 PM on Tuesday, May 12, 2026. Sofia observes the Eastern European Summer Time timezone (GMT+3, UTC+3). Daylight Saving Time is currently active — clocks are 1 hour ahead of standard time.

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Sofia Time Zone Information

UTC offset, DST status, and Sofia timezone details

Timezone: Eastern European Summer Time
UTC Offset: UTC+3
IANA Identifier: Europe/Sofia

Daylight Saving Time: Currently active (+1h)
Country: 🇧🇬 Bulgaria

Sofia is currently observing Daylight Saving Time. The clocks were moved forward 1 hour and will be set back to standard GMT+3 time in the autumn.

How to Compare Sofia Time With Other Cities

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Check the current local time in Sofia (GMT+3, UTC+3) at the top of this page — the clock updates every second.
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