UK Time vs the Netherlands
The Netherlands is one hour ahead of the UK almost all year, as both countries change their clocks together.
United Kingdom
Netherlands (Amsterdam)
Current time difference
The Netherlands uses Central European Time in winter and Central European Summer Time in summer, covering Amsterdam, Rotterdam, The Hague and Utrecht.
The Netherlands is 1 hour ahead of the UK for virtually the whole year, because both countries switch to and from summer time on the same dates.
Conversion guide
A quick reference for what time it is in the Netherlands for common UK times right now.
| UK time | Netherlands (Amsterdam) |
|---|---|
| 9am | 10am |
| 12pm | 1pm |
| 5pm | 6pm |
| 9pm | 10pm |
Best time to call
With only an hour between them, almost any UK working hour suits the Netherlands. UK 9am-5pm maps to Dutch 10am-6pm, a wide window for calls.
Daylight saving notes
The UK and the Netherlands change their clocks on the same days, so the 1-hour gap stays consistent throughout the year.
Frequently asked questions
What is the time difference between the UK and the Netherlands?
The Netherlands is 1 hour ahead of the UK for almost the entire year, because both countries change their clocks on the same dates.
Does the Netherlands observe daylight saving time?
Yes. The Netherlands switches to summer time in spring and back in autumn, on the same days as the UK.
What time is it in Amsterdam when it is 12pm in the UK?
When it is 12pm (noon) in the UK, it is normally 1pm in Amsterdam.