Sun Times in Nelson
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Nelson?
Sunrise in Nelson on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 7:19 AM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Nelson?
Sunset in Nelson on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 5:44 PM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Nelson?
Morning golden hour in Nelson ends at 7:58 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:05 PM.
How long is the day in Nelson?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Nelson there are 10 hours and 25 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Nelson?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Nelson at 12:31 PM (Pacific/Auckland). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Nelson?
In Nelson, sunset is at 5:44 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:17 PM (Pacific/Auckland). Civil twilight ends at 6:13 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Nelson?
Twilight in Nelson lasts approximately 93 minutes from sunset to full darkness (astronomical dusk). This includes civil twilight, nautical twilight, and astronomical twilight.
What is the earliest sunrise of the year in Nelson?
The earliest sunrise in Nelson in 2026 is at 6:15 AM on November 1 (Pacific/Auckland). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Nelson?
The latest sunset in Nelson in 2026 is at 9:03 PM on January 3 (Pacific/Auckland). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Nelson?
After sunset at 5:44 PM in Nelson, civil twilight ends at 6:13 PM — about 29 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:17 PM (Pacific/Auckland).
What these times mean
Solar times in Nelson shift throughout the year. Each stage of the day brings distinct light that photographers, outdoor planners, and everyday users rely on.
- Dawn
- The first usable twilight before sunrise, when the horizon brightens and color gradually returns to the sky.
- Sunrise
- The moment the upper edge of the sun appears above the horizon, starting direct daylight.
- Golden Hour
- The low-angle window just after sunrise and just before sunset, producing warm, soft light favored by photographers.
- Sunset
- The moment the upper edge of the sun drops below the horizon, ending direct sunlight for the day.
- Dusk
- The fading twilight after sunset, ending with astronomical dusk when the sky becomes fully dark.
Monthly daylight in Nelson
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Nelson on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:10 AM | 9:00 PM | 14h 51m |
| February | 6:48 AM | 8:32 PM | 13h 43m |
| March | 7:22 AM | 7:49 PM | 12h 27m |
| April | 6:56 AM | 5:56 PM | 11h 00m |
| May | 7:27 AM | 5:18 PM | 9h 51m |
| June | 7:50 AM | 5:03 PM | 9h 13m |
| July | 7:49 AM | 5:16 PM | 9h 28m |
| August | 7:18 AM | 5:45 PM | 10h 27m |
| September | 6:29 AM | 6:16 PM | 11h 47m |
| October | 6:40 AM | 7:46 PM | 13h 06m |
| November | 5:59 AM | 8:23 PM | 14h 24m |
| December | 5:47 AM | 8:55 PM | 15h 07m |
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