Location
Rotorua, New Zealand
Current local time
Time in Rotorua Now
Current local time in Rotorua, New Zealand with accurate time zone details, NZST (UTC+12). Check today’s sunrise and sunset times on findtime.io.
Time zone
NZST | UTC+12
IANA zone
Pacific/Auckland
Population
65,901
Use this Rotorua time page to check timezone details, plan calls, and compare meeting times with cities around the world.
Frequently Asked Questions about Rotorua
Time-sensitive answers as of 2026-09-21 07:34 UTC. Open the live clock for the latest timezone information.
What time is it in Rotorua right now?
The live clock at the top of this page shows the current local time in Rotorua, New Zealand. Right now, Rotorua uses New Zealand Standard Time (GMT+12) | UTC+12, and the display updates automatically.
What time zone does Rotorua use?
Rotorua uses New Zealand Standard Time (GMT+12) | UTC+12. During standard time, the city uses New Zealand Standard Time (GMT+12) | UTC+12. During daylight saving time, it uses New Zealand Daylight Time (GMT+13) | UTC+13. The IANA timezone identifier is Pacific/Auckland.
What is the UTC offset for Rotorua?
The current UTC offset for Rotorua is shown as UTC+12. If the city observes daylight saving time, this offset can change during the year.
What does the time abbreviation mean in Rotorua?
NZST is the short label for the current local timezone used in Rotorua. The full timezone label and UTC offset are shown on this page so you do not have to rely on the abbreviation alone.
Is Rotorua on Daylight Saving Time today?
No, Rotorua is not on Daylight Saving Time today, but this location observes Daylight Saving Time seasonally. It is currently using New Zealand Standard Time (GMT+12) | UTC+12.
When does the time change in Rotorua?
Rotorua has clock changes in 2026: April 5, 2026 at 2:00 AM local time and September 27, 2026 at 3:00 AM local time. Use the live clock on this page for the current abbreviation and UTC offset.
What is the time difference between Rotorua and my location?
The time difference depends on your own timezone and the date. Use the live comparison tools on findtime.io to compare your location with Rotorua; the result will account for daylight saving time and the selected meeting date.
What is the best time to call or meet someone in Rotorua?
For most business calls, aim for 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM in Rotorua, using New Zealand Standard Time (GMT+12) | UTC+12. The findtime.io meeting planner shows overlap between your working hours and Rotorua working hours and adjusts for Daylight Saving Time on the selected date.
How do I convert Rotorua time to another city?
Use the findtime.io time converter, enter the time in Rotorua, then choose the comparison city. The converter uses New Zealand Standard Time (GMT+12) | UTC+12 and applies the correct Daylight Saving Time rule for the selected date.
Why does Rotorua's UTC offset change during the year?
Rotorua changes offset when daylight saving time starts or ends. That is why the same city can use one UTC offset during standard time and another during daylight time.
