Time Difference Between Mexico City and Madrid

Mexico City is 8h 0m behind Madrid. This difference shifts by an hour around daylight saving time changes.

Mexico City, Mexico
10:09:58PM

Monday, June 22, 2026

UTC-6 · CST

Madrid, Spain
6:09:58AM

Tuesday, June 23, 2026

UTC+2

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Standard working hours (9:00 AM–5:00 PM) in Mexico City fall between 5:00 PM and 1:00 AM (next day) in Madrid.

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Frequently asked questions

How many hours is Madrid ahead of Mexico City?
Mexico City is 8h 0m behind Madrid. Note that this changes by an hour across daylight saving time transitions.
Do Mexico City and Madrid observe daylight saving time?
Mexico City does not observe daylight saving time, and Madrid observes it. Because of that, the gap is 7h 0m for part of the year and 8h 0m for the rest.