Local Time in Folkestone, United Kingdom
15°C / 59°F · Overcast
Outside business hoursDaylight Saving Time activeDST ends Oct 25
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- IANA Zone
- Europe/London
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Continent
- Europe
Latest news in Folkestone
- A local’s guide to Folkestone’s beaches, restaurants and vibrant arts sceneThe Telegraph · 5d ago
- Is this Kent's answer to St Ives? This arty seaside town also has quiet sandy beachesHarper's BAZAAR · 57d ago
- Channel Tunnel owner threatens legal action against UK over tax hikeReuters · 40d ago
- 9 Best Towns In England For A Two-Day RechargeWorldAtlas · 33d ago
- Why Folkestone is one of Time Out’s top coastal destinations to visit in Britain this yearTime Out Worldwide · 71d ago
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Local Vibe
Folkestone is a coastal town on the English Channel, in Kent, south-east England. The town lies on the southern edge of the North Downs at a valley between two cliffs. It was an important harbour, shipping port, and fashionable coastal resort for most of the 19th and mid-20th centuries.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What time is it in Folkestone right now?
- The current time in Folkestone, United Kingdom is 05:08:44 AM (BST), which is UTC+1.
- What time zone is Folkestone in?
- Folkestone uses the Europe/London time zone (IANA identifier), currently abbreviated BST, UTC+1.
- Does Folkestone observe daylight saving time?
- Yes. Folkestone observes daylight saving time, and is currently in daylight saving time. The next change is on October 25, 2026.
- What is the UTC offset in Folkestone?
- Folkestone is currently UTC+1 relative to Coordinated Universal Time (UTC).