New Zealand to see initial US presidential election results on November 6

The U.S. presidential election takes place on November 5, 2024. In New Zealand, results will start coming in on November 6 due to the time difference. Polls close in various states throughout the day, with key swing states closing between noon and 10 p.m. NZ time. Initial results may be available by early afternoon on November 6, but swing state outcomes could take longer to determine. Experts warn that counting ballots may delay final results, especially in states like Pennsylvania and Wisconsin, where early voting rules vary. Viewers in New Zealand can watch the election coverage on channels like CNN and Fox News, or stream it online. Major networks will call states as results come in, but official results will be certified by Congress in January.