New Zealand Standard Time (NZST)
New Zealand Standard Time (NZST) is UTC+12, 12 hours ahead of UTC. Auckland and Wellington switch to New Zealand Daylight Time (NZDT, UTC+13) for summer (in effect now, until Sun, Apr 4, 2027).
Right now in Auckland
10:15 AM
Sun, Oct 18 · NZDT (UTC+13)
Cities on New Zealand Standard Time
| City | Time now | Summer time |
|---|---|---|
| Auckland · New Zealand | 10:15 AM NZDT | On it now, until Sun, Apr 4, 2027 |
| Wellington · New Zealand | 10:15 AM NZDT | On it now, until Sun, Apr 4, 2027 |
Frequently asked questions about NZST
- What is NZST (New Zealand Standard Time)?
- New Zealand Standard Time (NZST) is UTC+12, 12 hours ahead of UTC. Auckland and Wellington switch to New Zealand Daylight Time (NZDT, UTC+13) for summer (in effect now, until Sun, Apr 4, 2027).
- Which cities use New Zealand Standard Time?
- Cities on New Zealand Standard Time include Auckland (New Zealand) and Wellington (New Zealand).
- Does New Zealand Standard Time change for daylight saving time?
- Yes. Auckland and Wellington switch to New Zealand Daylight Time (NZDT, UTC+13) for summer (in effect now, until Sun, Apr 4, 2027). In Auckland, clocks go back 1 hour on Sun, Apr 4, 2027, to NZST (UTC+12).
- What is the time difference between NZST and UTC?
- NZST is 12 hours ahead of UTC (UTC+12). In summer, places that change their clocks are 13 hours ahead of UTC.
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