Sun Times in Balclutha
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Balclutha?
Sunrise in Balclutha on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 7:17 AM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Balclutha?
Sunset in Balclutha on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 6:07 PM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Balclutha?
Morning golden hour in Balclutha ends at 7:58 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:26 PM.
How long is the day in Balclutha?
On Saturday, August 29, 2026 in Balclutha there are 10 hours and 50 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Balclutha?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Balclutha 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 Balclutha?
In Balclutha, sunset is at 6:07 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:47 PM (Pacific/Auckland). Civil twilight ends at 6:37 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Balclutha?
Twilight in Balclutha lasts approximately 100 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 Balclutha?
The earliest sunrise in Balclutha in 2026 is at 6:19 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 Balclutha?
The latest sunset in Balclutha in 2026 is at 9:35 PM on December 29 (Pacific/Auckland). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Balclutha?
After sunset at 6:07 PM in Balclutha, civil twilight ends at 6:37 PM — about 30 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:47 PM (Pacific/Auckland).
What these times mean
Solar times in Balclutha 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 Balclutha
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Balclutha on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:07 AM | 9:31 PM | 15h 24m |
| February | 6:53 AM | 8:55 PM | 14h 02m |
| March | 7:34 AM | 8:05 PM | 12h 31m |
| April | 7:17 AM | 6:04 PM | 10h 48m |
| May | 7:55 AM | 5:19 PM | 9h 24m |
| June | 8:22 AM | 5:00 PM | 8h 38m |
| July | 8:18 AM | 5:15 PM | 8h 57m |
| August | 7:41 AM | 5:50 PM | 10h 09m |
| September | 6:44 AM | 6:28 PM | 11h 44m |
| October | 6:48 AM | 8:06 PM | 13h 18m |
| November | 6:00 AM | 8:51 PM | 14h 51m |
| December | 5:43 AM | 9:27 PM | 15h 45m |
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