Current Time in Blackpool, United Kingdom
Blackpool is on Greenwich Mean Time – GMT (UTC+0) right now. It switches to BST (UTC+1) on 28 Mar 2027.
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Time zone of Blackpool
| Time zone | Greenwich Mean Time |
|---|---|
| Abbreviation | GMT |
| UTC offset | UTC+0 |
| IANA time zone id | Europe/London |
| Daylight saving time | Yes – UTC+0 in winter, UTC+1 in summer |
Time difference between Blackpool and other cities
Daylight saving time in Blackpool
2026
- 29 March 2026: Clocks go forward 1 hour at 00:59 local time, from GMT (UTC+0) to BST (UTC+1).
- 25 October 2026: Clocks go back 1 hour at 01:59 local time, from BST (UTC+1) to GMT (UTC+0).
2027
- 28 March 2027: Clocks go forward 1 hour at 00:59 local time, from GMT (UTC+0) to BST (UTC+1).
- 31 October 2027: Clocks go back 1 hour at 01:59 local time, from BST (UTC+1) to GMT (UTC+0).
Blackpool time FAQ
What time is it in Blackpool right now?
Blackpool is on GMT (UTC+0). The live clock at the top of this page shows the current local time in Blackpool, updated every second.
What time zone is Blackpool in?
Blackpool is in Greenwich Mean Time, abbreviated GMT, UTC+0. Its IANA time zone id is Europe/London.
Does Blackpool observe daylight saving time?
Yes. The next change is on 28 Mar 2027, when clocks go forward one hour from GMT to BST.
What is the time difference between Blackpool and New York?
New York is 5 hours behind Blackpool.
Other cities in UK
Updated 7 November 2026. Time zone data: IANA tz database.