Region in New Zealand

Current Local Time in Wellington Region

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

☀️ 57°F now🕔 4:07 PM local📅 Best: January, February, March, November and December👥 545.000

Current local time in Wellington Region

4:07 PM
Sunday, August 23, 2026
Time zonePacific/Auckland
UTC offsetUTC+12:00
UTC now4:07 AM
Sunrise7:00 AM
Sunset5:47 PM

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Sun, twilight and moon

Sunrise7:00 AM
Sunset5:47 PM
Daylight10h 47m
Solar noon12:23 PM
Golden hour (am)7:00 AM - 8:00 AM
Golden hour (pm)4:47 PM - 5:47 PM
Blue hour (am)6:30 AM - 7:00 AM
Blue hour (pm)5:47 PM - 6:17 PM
Moon phase🌔 Waxing gibbous · 71%
Moonrise12:25 PM
Moonset4:05 AM

Golden and blue hour are the standard photographic approximation around sunrise and sunset.

Quick facts about Wellington Region

TypeRegion
CountryNew Zealand
ContinentOceania
Coordinates41°17′11.8″S 174°46′32.2″E (-41.2866, 174.7756)
Population545.000
Local time4:07 PM (UTC+12:00)
Best monthsJanuary, February, March, November and December
ClimateTemperate

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Summary

Wellington Region is a region in New Zealand. Wellington Region is a region of New Zealand. It has a population of about 545.000.

Right now it is 57°F (14°C) in Wellington Region with clear sky. It feels like 44°F. Today runs from 51°F to 58°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 5.9/10 - fair - plan around the weather.

The best time to visit Wellington Region is January, February, March, November and December. The climate is temperate. June, July and August tend to be the least comfortable months. February is the warmest month with average highs near 67°F, while August is the coldest with lows near 46°F.

The closest major airport is Auckland Airport (AKL), about 296 mi away. Nearby highlights include Tongariro National Park, Lake Taupo, North Island and Hobbiton Movie Set.

In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 58°F is 5°F above the 53°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 12 PM to 3 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. Gusts to 74 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.

Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.

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Coordinates: 41°17′11.8″S 174°46′32.2″E (-41.2866, 174.7756)

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Wellington Region?

Wellington Region is a region in New Zealand. Its coordinates are -41.2866, 174.7756. It lies in Oceania.

What is the weather like in Wellington Region right now?

It is currently 57°F (14°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 52% and wind is 24 mph.

When is the best time to visit Wellington Region?

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

What time zone is Wellington Region in?

Wellington Region observes Pacific/Auckland (UTC+12:00). The local time is 4:07 PM.

How many people live in Wellington Region?

Wellington Region has a population of approximately 545.000.

What is the nearest airport to Wellington Region?

The closest airports are Auckland Airport (AKL), 296 mi away.

What are the top things to do in Wellington Region?

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

What places are in Wellington Region?

Wellington Region covers 1 places in this atlas, including Wellington.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (nz-regions) - 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 August 23, 2026 at 4:07 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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