Auckland observes daylight saving time. The UTC offset shifts by one hour during summer months.
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NZST · UTC+12
Auckland Time Zone: NZST/NZDT and UTC+12
Auckland operates on NZST/NZDT (UTC+12), placing it ahead of Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) by 12 hours. The IANA timezone identifier is Pacific/Auckland.
Auckland observes daylight saving time. The UTC offset shifts by one hour during summer months. This means the time difference between Auckland and cities that do observe daylight saving time will shift by one hour seasonally.
For scheduling calls with Auckland, useful reference points: Auckland is 12 hours ahead of London on GMT and 17 hours ahead of New York on EST. During US daylight saving time the difference with New York shifts by one hour.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is it in Auckland right now?
Auckland follows NZST/NZDT (UTC+12). The live clock at the top of this page shows the current local time in Auckland, updated every second.
What time zone is Auckland in?
Auckland is in NZST/NZDT (UTC+12). The IANA timezone identifier is Pacific/Auckland.
Does Auckland observe daylight saving time?
Auckland observes daylight saving time. The UTC offset shifts by one hour during summer months.
What is the time difference between Auckland and London?
Auckland (NZST, UTC+12) is 12 hours ahead of London (during GMT, UTC+0).
What is the time difference between Auckland and New York?
Auckland (NZST, UTC+12) is 17 hours ahead of New York (during EDT, UTC−4).