Current time in New Zealand
New Zealand uses a single time zone, Pacific/Auckland (standard time UTC+12). Daylight saving time applies in this zone, so offsets shift seasonally.
UTC offset
UTC+12
now
Time zones
1
Pacific/Auckland
Daylight saving
Observed
next change September 27
Cities listed
4
Oceania
Time zones in New Zealand
| Zone | Example city | Local time | UTC offset now | Standard / DST | Next clock change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pacific/Auckland | Auckland | 23:30 | UTC+12 | UTC+12 / UTC+13 | September 27, 2026, 01:59 → 03:00 |
Cities in New Zealand
| City | Local time | IANA time zone | UTC offset now | Abbr. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auckland | 23:30 | Pacific/Auckland | UTC+12 | NZST |
| Wellington | 23:30 | Pacific/Auckland | UTC+12 | NZST |
| Christchurch | 23:30 | Pacific/Auckland | UTC+12 | NZST |
| Queenstown | 23:30 | Pacific/Auckland | UTC+12 | NZST |
Frequently asked questions
What time is it in New Zealand right now?
All of New Zealand uses the Pacific/Auckland time zone, currently at UTC+12 (NZST). The table on this page shows the live local time, updated every second from your device's clock using the official IANA time zone rules.
How many time zones does New Zealand have?
New Zealand uses a single time zone, Pacific/Auckland, at UTC+12 in standard time.
Does New Zealand observe daylight saving time?
Yes. Clocks change between UTC+12 (standard) and UTC+13 (daylight saving); the next change is on September 27, 2026. The exact dates for each zone are in the table above.
What is the UTC offset in New Zealand?
New Zealand is currently at UTC+12. It alternates between UTC+12 in standard time and UTC+13 during daylight saving time.