Holi 2026 in New Zealand: date and local timings
Holi 2026 falls on Tuesday 3 March 2026 in all 3 New Zealand cities listed here. In India it is on Tuesday 3 March 2026 – the same day. The rule: Phalguna pournami at sunrise. In Auckland the sunrise on 3 March 2026 runs 7:07 AM local time, and the tithi runs from 3 March 2026 1:26 AM to 4 March 2026 12:37 AM. The table gives the date for each city with the sunrise window and the tithi in local clock time (daylight saving applied), all computed from the NASA/JPL ephemeris for the city's own sunrise and sunset, never converted from IST.
| Cities | Date | Sunrise | Tithi (local time) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auckland | Tuesday 3 March 2026 | 7:07 AM | 3 March 2026 1:26 AM – 4 March 2026 12:37 AM |
| Wellington | Tuesday 3 March 2026 | 7:03 AM | 3 March 2026 1:26 AM – 4 March 2026 12:37 AM |
| Christchurch | Tuesday 3 March 2026 | 7:10 AM | 3 March 2026 1:26 AM – 4 March 2026 12:37 AM |
FAQ
When is Holi 2026 in New Zealand?
Holi 2026 is on Tuesday 3 March 2026 in Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch.
Is Holi on the same day in New Zealand and India?
Yes, in India it is on Tuesday 3 March 2026.
How is the date of Holi decided?
Phalguna pournami at sunrise.
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