Current time in Christchurch, New Zealand

Time in Christchurch, New Zealand
8:07 PM
 

Christchurch time zone and facts

Time zone
New Zealand Time (NZDT)
UTC offset
UTC+13
Daylight saving
Clocks go back 1 hour on Sunday, April 4, 2027 at 2:00 AM
Sunrise today
6:31 AM
Sunset today
7:57 PM
Region
Canterbury
Coordinates
43.53°S, 172.63°E

Time difference from Christchurch

CityTime nowDifference
New York3:07 AM, Tue17 hours behind
Los Angeles12:07 AM, Tue20 hours behind
London8:07 AM, Tue12 hours behind
Paris9:07 AM, Tue11 hours behind
Dubai11:07 AM, Tue9 hours behind
Delhi12:37 PM, Tue7:30 hours behind
Tokyo4:07 PM, Tue4 hours behind
Sydney6:07 PM, Tue2 hours behind

The difference from your location is shown at the top of the page.

Upcoming public holidays in New Zealand

  • Mon, Oct 26, 2026 Labour Day
  • Fri, Dec 25, 2026 Christmas Day
  • Sat, Dec 26, 2026 Boxing Day
  • Mon, Dec 28, 2026 Boxing Day (substitute day)
  • Fri, Jan 1, 2027 New Year's Day

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Other cities in New Zealand

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Frequently asked questions

What time zone is Christchurch in?

Christchurch uses New Zealand Time (IANA zone Pacific/Auckland). Right now the local time is UTC+13.

Does Christchurch observe daylight saving time?

Yes. The next change is on April 4, 2027, when clocks go back by 1 hour.

What is the time difference between Christchurch and New York?

Christchurch is currently 17 hours ahead of New York.

What is the time difference between Christchurch and London?

Christchurch is currently 12 hours ahead of London.

What time is sunrise and sunset in Christchurch today?

Today the sun rises at 6:31 AM and sets at 7:57 PM local time.

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