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Sun Times in Bishopdale
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Bishopdale?
Sunrise in Bishopdale on Monday, September 7, 2026 is at 6:47 AM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Bishopdale?
Sunset in Bishopdale on Monday, September 7, 2026 is at 6:09 PM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Bishopdale?
Morning golden hour in Bishopdale ends at 7:25 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:30 PM.
How long is the day in Bishopdale?
On Monday, September 7, 2026 in Bishopdale there are 11 hours and 22 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Bishopdale?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Bishopdale at 12:27 PM (Pacific/Auckland). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Bishopdale?
In Bishopdale, sunset is at 6:09 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:44 PM (Pacific/Auckland). Civil twilight ends at 6:38 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Bishopdale?
Twilight in Bishopdale lasts approximately 95 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 Bishopdale?
The earliest sunrise in Bishopdale in 2026 is at 6:13 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 Bishopdale?
The latest sunset in Bishopdale in 2026 is at 9:13 PM on December 30 (Pacific/Auckland). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Bishopdale?
After sunset at 6:09 PM in Bishopdale, civil twilight ends at 6:38 PM — about 29 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:44 PM (Pacific/Auckland).
What these times mean
Solar times in Bishopdale 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 Bishopdale
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Bishopdale on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:05 AM | 9:10 PM | 15h 05m |
| February | 6:47 AM | 8:39 PM | 13h 51m |
| March | 7:24 AM | 7:53 PM | 12h 29m |
| April | 7:02 AM | 5:56 PM | 10h 55m |
| May | 7:36 AM | 5:15 PM | 9h 39m |
| June | 8:00 AM | 4:59 PM | 8h 58m |
| July | 7:58 AM | 5:13 PM | 9h 15m |
| August | 7:24 AM | 5:44 PM | 10h 19m |
| September | 6:32 AM | 6:18 PM | 11h 46m |
| October | 6:40 AM | 7:51 PM | 13h 11m |
| November | 5:56 AM | 8:32 PM | 14h 35m |
| December | 5:42 AM | 9:05 PM | 15h 23m |