Current Time in Hamilton
About Hamilton
Hamilton is located in New Zealand, in the Southern Hemisphere, and is a mid-sized city with a population of around 189,700. It runs on Pacific/Auckland time, currently UTC+13:00 relative to UTC. Hamilton observes Daylight Saving Time, so this offset shifts by an hour twice a year.
- CountryNew Zealand
- Population189,700
- Latitude-37.7833°
- Longitude175.2833°
- Time zonePacific/Auckland
- Current UTC offsetUTC+13:00
- Daylight Saving TimeObserved
Sunrise & Sunset in Hamilton Today
For Monday, October 12, 2026, calculated from Hamilton's own coordinates.
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Seasons in Hamilton
Approximate dates — the exact moment a season begins shifts by about a day from year to year.
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Daylight Saving Time
Hamilton observes Daylight Saving Time. Clocks last changed on Sunday, September 27, 2026 (to NZDT), and are next scheduled to change on Sunday, April 4, 2027 (to NZST).
Time Difference from Top 10 US Cities
Time Difference from Top 10 Cities Worldwide
Frequently Asked Questions About Time in Hamilton
What time zone is Hamilton in?
Hamilton, New Zealand uses the Pacific/Auckland time zone. It is currently on NZDT (UTC+13:00). The live local time is shown at the top of this page.
Does Hamilton observe Daylight Saving Time?
Yes. Hamilton observes Daylight Saving Time, so its UTC offset shifts by an hour twice a year. The next clock change is on Sunday, April 4, 2027, when it moves to NZST.
What time is sunrise and sunset in Hamilton today?
The sun rises at 6:39 AM and sets at 7:31 PM in Hamilton today, giving 12h 52m of daylight.
What is the time difference between Hamilton and New York City?
New York City is 17 hours behind Hamilton right now. The full comparison against other major cities is in the tables above.
What is the UTC offset for Hamilton?
Hamilton is currently UTC+13:00. Because the city observes Daylight Saving Time, this offset is not the same all year.