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GMT to CET Converter

CET is 1 hour ahead of GMT

Current GMT Time
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Europe/London
Current CET Time
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Europe/Berlin
Time Diff
1h ahead
GMT
UTC+0
CET
UTC+1
Overlapping hours: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM GMT (7h)

GMT to CET Conversion Table

Green rows indicate standard business hours (9 AM – 5 PM) in CET

GMT to CET time conversion table showing all 24 hours
GMT CET
12:00 AM 1:00 AM
1:00 AM 2:00 AM
2:00 AM 3:00 AM
3:00 AM 4:00 AM
4:00 AM 5:00 AM
5:00 AM 6:00 AM
6:00 AM 7:00 AM
7:00 AM 8:00 AM
8:00 AM 9:00 AM
9:00 AM 10:00 AM
10:00 AM 11:00 AM
11:00 AM 12:00 PM
12:00 PM 1:00 PM
1:00 PM 2:00 PM
2:00 PM 3:00 PM
3:00 PM 4:00 PM
4:00 PM 5:00 PM
5:00 PM 6:00 PM
6:00 PM 7:00 PM
7:00 PM 8:00 PM
8:00 PM 9:00 PM
9:00 PM 10:00 PM
10:00 PM 11:00 PM
11:00 PM 12:00 AM +1d

Converting Greenwich Mean Time to Central European Time

Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) and Central European Time (CET) are separated by a 1 hour time difference. CET is 1 hour ahead of GMT. GMT is UTC+0, used in United Kingdom, Ireland, Portugal, while CET is UTC+1, used in Germany, France, Italy.

When converting from GMT to CET, the key reference points to remember are: 9:00 AM GMT equals 10:00 AM CET, 12:00 PM noon GMT equals 1:00 PM CET, and 5:00 PM GMT equals 6:00 PM CET. The conversion table above shows every hour of the day mapped between these two time zones.

Scheduling Across GMT and CET

For professionals scheduling meetings between GMT and CET, finding overlapping business hours is essential. Standard business hours are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM in each time zone. Given the 1 hour difference, the window of overlap may be limited. Use the highlighted working hours in the conversion table above to quickly identify suitable meeting times.

Daylight Saving Time Considerations

GMT observes Daylight Saving Time, switching to BST (UTC+1) during summer months. CET observes DST, switching to CEST (UTC+2). During DST transitions, the time difference between these zones may temporarily change by 1 hour. Always verify the current offset during spring and fall transition periods.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the time difference between GMT and CET?
Central European Time (CET) is 1 hour ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT). When it is 12:00 PM noon in GMT, it is 1:00 PM in CET.
How do I convert GMT to CET?
To convert GMT to CET, add 1 hour to the GMT time. For example, 9:00 AM GMT is 10:00 AM CET. Use the conversion table above for a quick reference of all 24 hours.
Does GMT or CET observe Daylight Saving Time?
GMT observes Daylight Saving Time, switching to BST (UTC+1). CET observes DST, switching to CEST (UTC+2). During DST transitions, the time difference between these zones may change by 1 hour.
What is the best time to schedule a call between GMT and CET?
The best time to schedule a call between GMT and CET is during overlapping business hours. If you are in GMT, try scheduling between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM your time, then check the conversion table above to see what that corresponds to in CET.
Is GMT ahead or behind CET?
GMT (UTC+0) is 1 hour behind CET (UTC+1). GMT corresponds to the IANA time zone Europe/London, while CET corresponds to Europe/Berlin.

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