City in Hawke's Bay

Current Local Time in Napier

Current local time and time zone in Napier, with UTC offset and daylight saving details.

🌙 56°F now🕔 10:14 AM local📅 Best: February, March, October, November and December👥 68.000

Current local time in Napier

10:14 AM
Thursday, October 29, 2026
Time zonePacific/Auckland
UTC offsetUTC+13:00
UTC now9:14 PM
Sunrise6:06 AM
Sunset7:46 PM

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Sun, twilight and moon

Sunrise6:06 AM
Sunset7:46 PM
Daylight13h 40m
Solar noon12:56 PM
Golden hour (am)6:06 AM - 7:06 AM
Golden hour (pm)6:46 PM - 7:46 PM
Blue hour (am)5:36 AM - 6:06 AM
Blue hour (pm)7:46 PM - 8:16 PM
Moon phase🌖 Waning gibbous · 93%
Moonrise11:35 PM
Moonset7:45 AM

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Quick facts about Napier

TypeCity
RegionHawke's Bay
CountryNew Zealand
ContinentOceania
Coordinates39°29′34.1″S 176°54′43.2″E (-39.4928, 176.912)
Population68.000
Known forart deco town and wine country
Local time10:14 AM (UTC+13:00)
Best monthsFebruary, March, October, November and December
ClimateTemperate

Summary

Napier is a city in Hawke's Bay. Napier is known for art deco town and wine country. It has a population of about 68.000.

Right now it is 56°F (14°C) in Napier with clear. It feels like 50°F. Today runs from 53°F to 75°F. Chance of precipitation is 69%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.6/10 - good conditions.

The best time to visit Napier is February, March, October, November and December. The climate is temperate. June, July and August tend to be the least comfortable months. December is the warmest month with average highs near 75°F, while July is the coldest with lows near 43°F.

The closest major airport is Auckland Airport (AKL), about 207 mi away. Nearby highlights include Lake Taupo, Tongariro National Park, North Island and Hobbiton Movie Set.

In plain terms. Today is warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 75°F is 7.4°F above the 68°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 10 AM to 1 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Napier today at 8.3/10. Gusts to 43 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.

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Coordinates: 39°29′34.1″S 176°54′43.2″E (-39.4928, 176.912)

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Napier?

Napier is a city in Hawke's Bay. Its coordinates are -39.4928, 176.912. It lies in Oceania.

What is the weather like in Napier right now?

It is currently 56°F (14°C) with clear. Humidity is 52% and wind is 7 mph.

When is the best time to visit Napier?

February, March, October, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Napier, which has a temperate climate. June, July and August are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is Napier in?

Napier observes Pacific/Auckland (UTC+13:00). The local time is 10:14 AM.

How many people live in Napier?

Napier has a population of approximately 68.000.

What is the nearest airport to Napier?

The closest airports are Auckland Airport (AKL), 207 mi away.

What are the top things to do in Napier?

Popular options include Lake Taupo, Tongariro National Park, North Island, Hobbiton Movie Set and Piha Beach.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-supported) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
MethodScores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown.

Last updated October 29, 2026 at 10:14 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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