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Sun Times in Crofton Downs
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Crofton Downs?
Sunrise in Crofton Downs on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 6:54 AM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Crofton Downs?
Sunset in Crofton Downs on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 5:51 PM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Crofton Downs?
Morning golden hour in Crofton Downs ends at 7:32 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:13 PM.
How long is the day in Crofton Downs?
On Friday, August 28, 2026 in Crofton Downs there are 10 hours and 56 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Crofton Downs?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Crofton Downs 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 Crofton Downs?
In Crofton Downs, sunset is at 5:51 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:23 PM (Pacific/Auckland). Civil twilight ends at 6:19 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Crofton Downs?
Twilight in Crofton Downs 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 Crofton Downs?
The earliest sunrise in Crofton Downs 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 Crofton Downs?
The latest sunset in Crofton Downs in 2026 is at 8:57 PM on January 2 (Pacific/Auckland). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Crofton Downs?
After sunset at 5:51 PM in Crofton Downs, civil twilight ends at 6:19 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:23 PM (Pacific/Auckland).
What these times mean
Solar times in Crofton Downs 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 Crofton Downs
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Crofton Downs on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:04 AM | 8:54 PM | 14h 51m |
| February | 6:43 AM | 8:26 PM | 13h 43m |
| March | 7:16 AM | 7:43 PM | 12h 27m |
| April | 6:50 AM | 5:50 PM | 11h 00m |
| May | 7:21 AM | 5:12 PM | 9h 51m |
| June | 7:44 AM | 4:57 PM | 9h 13m |
| July | 7:43 AM | 5:11 PM | 9h 28m |
| August | 7:12 AM | 5:39 PM | 10h 27m |
| September | 6:23 AM | 6:10 PM | 11h 47m |
| October | 6:34 AM | 7:40 PM | 13h 06m |
| November | 5:53 AM | 8:17 PM | 14h 24m |
| December | 5:41 AM | 8:49 PM | 15h 07m |