Sun Times in Christchurch
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Christchurch?
Sunrise in Christchurch on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 7:24 AM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Christchurch?
Sunset in Christchurch on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 5:43 PM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Christchurch?
Morning golden hour in Christchurch ends at 8:05 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:03 PM.
How long is the day in Christchurch?
On Sunday, August 16, 2026 in Christchurch there are 10 hours and 19 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Christchurch?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Christchurch at 12:34 PM (Pacific/Auckland). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Christchurch?
In Christchurch, sunset is at 5:43 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:20 PM (Pacific/Auckland). Civil twilight ends at 6:13 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Christchurch?
Twilight in Christchurch lasts approximately 97 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 Christchurch?
The earliest sunrise in Christchurch 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 Christchurch?
The latest sunset in Christchurch 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 Christchurch?
After sunset at 5:43 PM in Christchurch, civil twilight ends at 6:13 PM — about 30 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 Christchurch 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 Christchurch
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Christchurch 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 52m |
| March | 7:23 AM | 7:52 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 | 4:58 PM | 8h 58m |
| July | 7:58 AM | 5:12 PM | 9h 14m |
| August | 7:24 AM | 5:43 PM | 10h 19m |
| September | 6:32 AM | 6:17 PM | 11h 45m |
| October | 6:40 AM | 7:51 PM | 13h 11m |
| November | 5:56 AM | 8:32 PM | 14h 36m |
| December | 5:42 AM | 9:05 PM | 15h 24m |
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