Current Time in Wellington
About Wellington
Wellington is located in New Zealand, in the Southern Hemisphere, and is a mid-sized city with a population of around 381,900. It runs on Pacific/Auckland time, currently UTC+13:00 relative to UTC. Wellington observes Daylight Saving Time, so this offset shifts by an hour twice a year.
- CountryNew Zealand
- Population381,900
- Latitude-41.2866°
- Longitude174.7756°
- Time zonePacific/Auckland
- Current UTC offsetUTC+13:00
- Daylight Saving TimeObserved
Sunrise & Sunset in Wellington Today
For Monday, October 12, 2026, calculated from Wellington's own coordinates.
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Seasons in Wellington
Approximate dates — the exact moment a season begins shifts by about a day from year to year.
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Daylight Saving Time
Wellington 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 Wellington
What time zone is Wellington in?
Wellington, 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 Wellington observe Daylight Saving Time?
Yes. Wellington 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 Wellington today?
The sun rises at 6:38 AM and sets at 7:36 PM in Wellington today, giving 12h 58m of daylight.
What is the time difference between Wellington and New York City?
New York City is 17 hours behind Wellington right now. The full comparison against other major cities is in the tables above.
What is the UTC offset for Wellington?
Wellington is currently UTC+13:00. Because the city observes Daylight Saving Time, this offset is not the same all year.