Sun Times in Clifton
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Clifton?
Sunrise in Clifton on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 7:21 AM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Clifton?
Sunset in Clifton on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 5:45 PM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Clifton?
Morning golden hour in Clifton ends at 8:01 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:05 PM.
How long is the day in Clifton?
On Monday, August 17, 2026 in Clifton there are 10 hours and 24 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Clifton?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Clifton at 12:33 PM (Pacific/Auckland). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Clifton?
In Clifton, sunset is at 5:45 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:22 PM (Pacific/Auckland). Civil twilight ends at 6:15 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Clifton?
Twilight in Clifton 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 Clifton?
The earliest sunrise in Clifton 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 Clifton?
The latest sunset in Clifton in 2026 is at 9:13 PM on January 1 (Pacific/Auckland). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Clifton?
After sunset at 5:45 PM in Clifton, civil twilight ends at 6:15 PM — about 30 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:22 PM (Pacific/Auckland).
What these times mean
Solar times in Clifton 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 Clifton
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Clifton on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:04 AM | 9:10 PM | 15h 05m |
| February | 6:46 AM | 8:38 PM | 13h 52m |
| March | 7:23 AM | 7:52 PM | 12h 29m |
| April | 7:01 AM | 5:56 PM | 10h 54m |
| May | 7:35 AM | 5:14 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 | 6:39 AM | 7:51 PM | 13h 11m |
| November | 5:55 AM | 8:31 PM | 14h 36m |
| December | 5:41 AM | 9:05 PM | 15h 24m |
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