Albania Time Now - Current Time in Albania

What Time Is It in Albania Right Now?

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Current Time

01:12:58 AM
Saturday, December 13, 2025
GMT+1Europe/Tirane

Country Information

Population

2.9 million

Capital

Tirana

Area

28,748 km²

Currency

Albanian Lek (ALL)

Language

Albanian

Time Zone Details

Timezone

Europe/Tirane

UTC Offset

GMT+1

Current Status

Night Time

Country Names & Abbreviations

Country

Albania

Long Name

Republic of Albania

Abbreviations

AL, ALB

Global Time Comparison

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Albania
01:12:58 AM
New York
07:12:58 PM
-6h behind
London
12:12:58 AM
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Paris
01:12:58 AM
Same time
Tokyo
09:12:58 AM
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Sydney
11:12:58 AM
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Dubai
04:12:58 AM
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Singapore
08:12:58 AM
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Mumbai
05:42:58 AM
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Albania Public Holidays 2025

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Time Comparison with Neighboring Countries

Time Differences: Greece is 1h ahead, North Macedonia is same time, Kosovo is same time, Montenegro is same time.

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Cities in Albania

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DurrësSat 01:12:58 AM
ElbasanSat 01:12:58 AM
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TiranaSat 01:12:58 AM
VlorëSat 01:12:58 AM
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ShkodërSat 01:12:58 AM
FierSat 01:12:58 AM

Complete Time Zone Guide for Albania

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Time Zone History

Albania has used Central European Time since 1914, a legacy of early 20th-century European time standardization. During the communist era (1945-1991), Albania briefly abolished daylight saving time to symbolize its isolation from Western Europe, but reinstated it in 1974. Since joining NATO and pursuing EU membership, Albania has aligned perfectly with European time standards.

Culture & Daily Rhythm

Albanian daily rhythms blend Mediterranean and Balkan traditions. The workday typically starts at 8 AM and includes a long lunch break from 12-3 PM, when families gather for the main meal. Cafés fill with locals enjoying their traditional Turkish coffee throughout the afternoon. Evening social life begins late, around 8 PM, with the passeggiata tradition of evening strolls along city promenades.

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Interesting Facts

Albania is home to the world's largest collection of ancient Illyrian artifacts.

The country has the world's largest collection of ancient manuscripts.

Albania is the world's largest producer of olive oil.

The country has more than 1,000 archaeological sites.

Albania is home to the world's largest collection of ancient textiles.