Current time in Rotorua, New Zealand

Time in Rotorua, New Zealand
8:31 PM
 

Rotorua 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
6:22 AM
Sunset today
7:37 PM
Region
Auckland
Coordinates
38.13°S, 176.25°E

Time difference from Rotorua

CityTime nowDifference
New York3:31 AM, Wed17 hours behind
Los Angeles12:31 AM, Wed20 hours behind
London8:31 AM, Wed12 hours behind
Paris9:31 AM, Wed11 hours behind
Dubai11:31 AM, Wed9 hours behind
Delhi1:01 PM, Wed7:30 hours behind
Tokyo4:31 PM, Wed4 hours behind
Sydney6:31 PM, Wed2 hours behind

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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

AucklandManukauWellingtonChristchurchTakapunaHamiltonDunedinTaurangaWaitakerePalmerston NorthNapierWhangareiNew PlymouthHastingsInvercargillNelson

Frequently asked questions

What time zone is Rotorua in?

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

Does Rotorua 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 Rotorua and New York?

Rotorua is currently 17 hours ahead of New York.

What is the time difference between Rotorua and London?

Rotorua is currently 12 hours ahead of London.

What time is sunrise and sunset in Rotorua today?

Today the sun rises at 6:22 AM and sets at 7:37 PM local time.

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