Summer time dates set for 2027–2031
Austria has officially set the dates for the beginning and end of summer time (daylight saving time) for each year from 2027 to 2031. Summer time begins on the last Sunday in March at 2:00 a.m. CET and ends on the last Sunday in October at 3:00 a.m. CEST.
What changed
The government has issued a regulation specifying the exact dates when summer time begins and ends for five calendar years: 2027 through 2031. This implements EU Directive 2000/84/EG on summer time arrangements.
When summer time changes occur
Summer time begins on the last Sunday of March (shifting clocks forward) and ends on the last Sunday of October (shifting clocks back). The specific dates are: 28 March 2027, 26 March 2028, 25 March 2029, 31 March 2030, and 30 March 2031 for the start; 31 October 2027, 29 October 2028, 28 October 2029, 27 October 2030, and 26 October 2031 for the end.
Who is affected
All residents and businesses in Austria are affected, as this regulation determines when clocks are adjusted across the country and affects schedules, transport, and daily routines.
What to look out for
Mark the dates on your calendar so you remember to adjust clocks, especially at the transition times (2:00 a.m. for spring forward, 3:00 a.m. for fall back). This is particularly important for scheduling, appointments, and any time-sensitive activities.