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CET to MSK Converter

MSK is 2 hours ahead of CET

Current CET Time
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Europe/Berlin
Current MSK Time
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Europe/Moscow
Time Diff
2h ahead
CET
UTC+1
MSK
UTC+3
Overlapping hours: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM CET (6h)

CET to MSK Conversion Table

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

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

Converting Central European Time to Moscow Standard Time

Central European Time (CET) and Moscow Standard Time (MSK) are separated by a 2 hours time difference. MSK is 2 hours ahead of CET. CET is UTC+1, used in Germany, France, Italy, while MSK is UTC+3, used in Russia.

When converting from CET to MSK, the key reference points to remember are: 9:00 AM CET equals 11:00 AM MSK, 12:00 PM noon CET equals 2:00 PM MSK, and 5:00 PM CET equals 7:00 PM MSK. The conversion table above shows every hour of the day mapped between these two time zones.

Scheduling Across CET and MSK

For professionals scheduling meetings between CET and MSK, finding overlapping business hours is essential. Standard business hours are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM in each time zone. Given the 2 hours 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

CET observes Daylight Saving Time, switching to CEST (UTC+2) during summer months. MSK does not observe DST, staying at UTC+3 year-round. 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 CET and MSK?
Moscow Standard Time (MSK) is 2 hours ahead of Central European Time (CET). When it is 12:00 PM noon in CET, it is 2:00 PM in MSK.
How do I convert CET to MSK?
To convert CET to MSK, add 2 hours to the CET time. For example, 9:00 AM CET is 11:00 AM MSK. Use the conversion table above for a quick reference of all 24 hours.
Does CET or MSK observe Daylight Saving Time?
CET observes Daylight Saving Time, switching to CEST (UTC+2). MSK does not observe Daylight Saving Time. During DST transitions, the time difference between these zones may change by 1 hour.
What is the best time to schedule a call between CET and MSK?
The best time to schedule a call between CET and MSK is during overlapping business hours. If you are in CET, 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 MSK.
Is CET ahead or behind MSK?
CET (UTC+1) is 2 hours behind MSK (UTC+3). CET corresponds to the IANA time zone Europe/Berlin, while MSK corresponds to Europe/Moscow.

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