What time is it in New Zealand right now?

The clock on this page shows the live time in New Zealand (Pacific/Auckland), currently UTC+12.

How many time zones does New Zealand have?

New Zealand uses a single time zone, Pacific/Auckland (UTC+12).

Does New Zealand observe daylight saving time?

Yes — New Zealand (or parts of it) moves the clocks for daylight saving time, so its UTC offset changes with the seasons.

Current time in New Zealand

Oceania · Pacific/Auckland

New Zealand

7:25 AM

July 11, 2026

UTC+12 Day DST

Quick facts

Capital: Wellington
Population: 4,885,500
Currency: Dollar (NZD)
Phone code: +64
Daylight saving: Yes

Cities in New Zealand

Time in Auckland

About New Zealand

New Zealand keeps a single clock nationwide, UTC+12, the time kept in Wellington. Wherever you are in the country, the local time matches.

New Zealand has its capital at Wellington, is home to about 4.9 million people and covers about 269,000 km². People here mostly speak English and Māori. Prices are in dollar (NZD).

Frequently asked questions

What time is it in New Zealand right now?: The clock on this page shows the live time in New Zealand (Pacific/Auckland), currently UTC+12.
How many time zones does New Zealand have?: New Zealand uses a single time zone, Pacific/Auckland (UTC+12).
Does New Zealand observe daylight saving time?: Yes — New Zealand (or parts of it) moves the clocks for daylight saving time, so its UTC offset changes with the seasons.