EAT to CET Converter

Convert between any time zones worldwide. Free and accurate time zone converter with DST support.

Edit time and date on either side to see the conversion instantly.

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From Timezone

EAT

East Africa Time

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Date

Date changes are handled automatically when conversions cross midnight.

To Timezone

CET

Central European Time

Time

Date

Date changes are handled automatically when conversions cross midnight.

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About EAT to CET Conversion

Converting time between EAT and CET requires understanding their time zone offsets and any daylight saving time adjustments. EAT (EAT) operates at UTC+3, while CET (CET) is set to UTC+1. This means CET is 2 hours behind EAT. For example, when it's 7:29 AM EAT on February 4, 2026, it's 5:29 AM CET in CET. Use this converter to quickly find the equivalent time in CET for any time in EAT, whether you're scheduling meetings, planning travel, or coordinating with teams across different time zones.

How to Use the Time Zone Converter

Select your source timezone from the "From timezone" dropdown (use search to find quickly)
Enter the date and time you want to convert (or click "Today" and "Now" for current time)
Select your target timezone from the "To timezone" dropdown
The conversion updates automatically as you change inputs - no button needed!
Use "Copy" button to copy the converted time, or use presets for quick conversions

More Conversions from EAT

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the time difference between EAT and CET?

The time difference between EAT and CET is 2 hours. CET is 2 hours behind EAT.

Is CET ahead of or behind EAT?

CET is behind EAT by 2 hours. When it's 5 PM in EAT, it's 3:00 PM in CET.

How many hours do you add to EAT to get CET?

You subtract 2 hours from EAT to get CET. For example, 5 PM EAT - 2 hours = 3:00 PM CET.

Does the EAT to CET time difference change during Daylight Saving Time?

Yes, the time difference can change during Daylight Saving Time (DST). CET observes DST, which can affect the time difference during the transition periods in spring and fall.

What is 5 PM EAT in CET?

5 PM EAT is 3:00 PM CET. This conversion accounts for the 2-hour time difference between the two timezones.

Is EAT the same throughout the year when converting to CET?

No, the conversion between EAT and CET can vary during the year due to Daylight Saving Time. The time difference may change by 1 hour during DST transition periods (typically March and November), so always use a current timezone converter for accurate conversions.

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