Current Time in Porirua
About Porirua
Porirua is located in New Zealand, in the Southern Hemisphere. It runs on Pacific/Auckland time, currently UTC+13:00 relative to UTC. Porirua observes Daylight Saving Time, so this offset shifts by an hour twice a year.
- CountryNew Zealand
- Population61,800
- Latitude-41.1333°
- Longitude174.8500°
- Time zonePacific/Auckland
- Current UTC offsetUTC+13:00
- Daylight Saving TimeObserved
Sunrise & Sunset in Porirua Today
For Monday, October 12, 2026, calculated from Porirua's own coordinates.
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Seasons in Porirua
Approximate dates — the exact moment a season begins shifts by about a day from year to year.
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Daylight Saving Time
Porirua 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 Porirua
What time zone is Porirua in?
Porirua, 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 Porirua observe Daylight Saving Time?
Yes. Porirua 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 Porirua today?
The sun rises at 6:38 AM and sets at 7:36 PM in Porirua today, giving 12h 58m of daylight.
What is the time difference between Porirua and New York City?
New York City is 17 hours behind Porirua right now. The full comparison against other major cities is in the tables above.
What is the UTC offset for Porirua?
Porirua is currently UTC+13:00. Because the city observes Daylight Saving Time, this offset is not the same all year.