Current time in New Zealand
New Zealand spans multiple time zones. In Auckland, the current time is 11:17 PM on Thursday, September 24, 2026. Auckland is at GMT+12 (NZST).
Auckland changes its clocks twice in the next 12 months, next on Sunday, September 27, 2026 when clocks go forward 1 hour.
| City | Time | UTC offset | Abbreviation | Next clock change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auckland | 23:17 | GMT+12 | NZST | 27 Sep 2026 |
| Chatham Islands | 00:02 | GMT+12:45 | - | 27 Sep 2026 |
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Time zone rules: IANA tzdb 2026b (pages); the live app uses your device's own rules. About accuracy