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Choosing a time to travel To help you plan your trip, compare the average temperatures across Europe, find out about time zones and daylight saving time and check on the main public holidays. WeatherEurope’s weather is generally temperate. This table shows average minimum January temperatures and average maximum July temperatures in the capitals of the EU countries.
Check the press for weather forecasts and look out for any warnings of more severe conditions.
Time zones
Summer time
Main public holidays in 2009Most of these holidays are days when banks and shops are closed. However, many factors can influence this. There are also holidays which affect only certain regions of a country which are not listed here. Check beforehand if you need to be sure what services are available.
Main public holidays in 2009
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Daylight saving time began across the EU on 29 March 2009 when clocks were moved forward an hour and it ends on 25 October 2009 when clocks are put back an hour. The dates for 2010 are 28 March and 31 October.
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