United Kingdom 🇬🇧 is located in Europe (Northern Europe) and is one of the most influential countries in the region, both economically and culturally.

The capital city of United Kingdom is London, and the country has an estimated population of 68,265,209 people, making it one of the most populous nations in the world. The official currency is the GBP (GBP – £).

Administratively, United Kingdom is divided into 214 administrative units (32 Council Areas, 11 Districts, 31 London Boroughs, 36 Metropolitan Districts, 25 Two-Tier Countys and 79 Unitary Authoritys), covering a vast and diverse territory with different climates, cultures, and local times.

Date and Time Zones in United Kingdom

All cities in United Kingdom have the same timezone: Greenwich Mean Time GMT, which has a UTC+0 offset, and the IANA identifier is Europe/London.

Frequently Asked Questions About Time in United Kingdom

Common questions about time zones in United Kingdom

What is the current local time in United Kingdom?

United Kingdom uses Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) across all cities, ensuring consistent local time throughout the country.

How many time zones does United Kingdom have?

United Kingdom uses a single time zone (Greenwich Mean Time (GMT)) across the entire country.

What is the main time zone used in United Kingdom?

United Kingdom uses Greenwich Mean Time (GMT), IANA time zone identifier Europe/London across all regions.

Does United Kingdom use Daylight Saving Time?

No. United Kingdom does not currently observe Daylight Saving Time, so local times remain the same throughout the year.

Why is the time different between cities in United Kingdom?

Since United Kingdom uses a single time zone (Greenwich Mean Time (GMT)), all cities have the same local time, with no time difference between regions.

How can I check the current time in any United Kingdom city?

You can check the exact current time for any city in United Kingdom on WhatTimeIs.in, based on official IANA time zone data.