What time is it in Dunedin right now?

The current time in Dunedin, New Zealand is 01:18:12 AM (NZST), which is UTC+12.

What time zone is Dunedin in?

Dunedin uses the Pacific/Auckland time zone (IANA identifier), currently abbreviated NZST, UTC+12.

Does Dunedin observe daylight saving time?

Yes. Dunedin observes daylight saving time, and is currently on standard time. The next change is on September 27, 2026.

What is the UTC offset in Dunedin?

Dunedin is currently UTC+12 relative to Coordinated Universal Time (UTC).

Local Time in Dunedin, New Zealand

2°C / 36°F · Overcast

Outside business hoursDST begins Sep 27

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IANA Zone: Pacific/Auckland
Country: New Zealand
Continent: Oceania

Latest news in Dunedin

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Local Vibe

Dunedin is the second-most populous city in the South Island of New Zealand, and the principal city of the Otago region. Its name comes from Dùn Èideann, the Scottish Gaelic name for Edinburgh, the capital of Scotland. With an estimated population of 132,800 as of June 2025, Dunedin is New Zealand’s seventh most populous metropolitan and urban area.

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Dunedin vs. major world hubs

Dunedin
0
Sydney
+2 hours
Tokyo
+3 hours
Singapore
+4 hours
Hong Kong
+4 hours
Shanghai
+4 hours
Mumbai
+6.5 hours
Dubai
+8 hours
Cairo
+9 hours
Istanbul
+9 hours
Moscow
+9 hours
Paris
+10 hours
Johannesburg
+10 hours
London
+11 hours
Lagos
+11 hours
UTC
+12 hours
Sao Paulo
+15 hours
New York
+16 hours
Toronto
+16 hours
Chicago
+17 hours
Los Angeles
+19 hours

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Frequently Asked Questions

What time is it in Dunedin right now?: The current time in Dunedin, New Zealand is 01:18:12 AM (NZST), which is UTC+12.
What time zone is Dunedin in?: Dunedin uses the Pacific/Auckland time zone (IANA identifier), currently abbreviated NZST, UTC+12.
Does Dunedin observe daylight saving time?: Yes. Dunedin observes daylight saving time, and is currently on standard time. The next change is on September 27, 2026.
What is the UTC offset in Dunedin?: Dunedin is currently UTC+12 relative to Coordinated Universal Time (UTC).