Time Zones in New Zealand
New Zealand uses a single national time zone, plus the Chatham Islands' unusual 45-minute offset. New Zealand is one of the first countries in the world to welcome each new year due to its position near the International Date Line.
Daylight Saving Time in New Zealand
New Zealand observes Daylight Saving Time from late September to early April.
Current Time in Auckland
As the capital of New Zealand, Auckland keeps the Auckland time zone. See the live clock above, which updates automatically for any current Daylight Saving Time adjustment.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many time zones does New Zealand have?
New Zealand uses a single national time zone, plus the Chatham Islands' unusual 45-minute offset.
Does New Zealand observe Daylight Saving Time?
New Zealand observes Daylight Saving Time from late September to early April.
What is the capital of New Zealand and what time is it there now?
Auckland is the capital of New Zealand. See the live clock above for its exact current time.