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Sun Times in Andersons Bay
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Andersons Bay?
Sunrise in Andersons Bay on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 7:36 AM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Andersons Bay?
Sunset in Andersons Bay on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 5:48 PM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Andersons Bay?
Morning golden hour in Andersons Bay ends at 8:18 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:06 PM.
How long is the day in Andersons Bay?
On Monday, August 17, 2026 in Andersons Bay there are 10 hours and 12 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Andersons Bay?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Andersons Bay at 12:42 PM (Pacific/Auckland). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Andersons Bay?
In Andersons Bay, sunset is at 5:48 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:29 PM (Pacific/Auckland). Civil twilight ends at 6:19 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Andersons Bay?
Twilight in Andersons Bay lasts approximately 101 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 Andersons Bay?
The earliest sunrise in Andersons Bay in 2026 is at 6:17 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 Andersons Bay?
The latest sunset in Andersons Bay in 2026 is at 9:31 PM on January 2 (Pacific/Auckland). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Andersons Bay?
After sunset at 5:48 PM in Andersons Bay, civil twilight ends at 6:19 PM — about 31 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:29 PM (Pacific/Auckland).
What these times mean
Solar times in Andersons Bay 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 Andersons Bay
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Andersons Bay on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:05 AM | 9:27 PM | 15h 22m |
| February | 6:51 AM | 8:52 PM | 14h 01m |
| March | 7:31 AM | 8:02 PM | 12h 31m |
| April | 7:13 AM | 6:01 PM | 10h 48m |
| May | 7:51 AM | 5:17 PM | 9h 26m |
| June | 8:17 AM | 4:58 PM | 8h 41m |
| July | 8:14 AM | 5:13 PM | 8h 59m |
| August | 7:37 AM | 5:47 PM | 10h 10m |
| September | 6:41 AM | 6:25 PM | 11h 44m |
| October | 6:45 AM | 8:02 PM | 13h 17m |
| November | 5:58 AM | 8:47 PM | 14h 49m |
| December | 5:41 AM | 9:23 PM | 15h 42m |