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Sun Times in Avalon
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Avalon?
Sunrise in Avalon on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 6:56 AM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Avalon?
Sunset in Avalon on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 5:48 PM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Avalon?
Morning golden hour in Avalon ends at 7:34 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:10 PM.
How long is the day in Avalon?
On Wednesday, August 26, 2026 in Avalon there are 10 hours and 51 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Avalon?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Avalon at 12:22 PM (Pacific/Auckland). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Avalon?
In Avalon, sunset is at 5:48 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:20 PM (Pacific/Auckland). Civil twilight ends at 6:16 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Avalon?
Twilight in Avalon lasts approximately 92 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 Avalon?
The earliest sunrise in Avalon in 2026 is at 6:09 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 Avalon?
The latest sunset in Avalon in 2026 is at 8:56 PM on January 1 (Pacific/Auckland). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Avalon?
After sunset at 5:48 PM in Avalon, civil twilight ends at 6:16 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:20 PM (Pacific/Auckland).
What these times mean
Solar times in Avalon 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 Avalon
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Avalon on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:03 AM | 8:54 PM | 14h 50m |
| February | 6:42 AM | 8:25 PM | 13h 43m |
| March | 7:15 AM | 7:42 PM | 12h 27m |
| April | 6:50 AM | 5:50 PM | 11h 00m |
| May | 7:21 AM | 5:11 PM | 9h 51m |
| June | 7:44 AM | 4:57 PM | 9h 13m |
| July | 7:42 AM | 5:10 PM | 9h 28m |
| August | 7:11 AM | 5:38 PM | 10h 28m |
| September | 6:22 AM | 6:09 PM | 11h 47m |
| October | 6:33 AM | 7:39 PM | 13h 06m |
| November | 5:53 AM | 8:16 PM | 14h 23m |
| December | 5:41 AM | 8:48 PM | 15h 07m |