Sun Times in Darfield
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Darfield?
Sunrise in Darfield on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is at 7:23 AM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Darfield?
Sunset in Darfield on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is at 5:48 PM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Darfield?
Morning golden hour in Darfield ends at 8:04 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:07 PM.
How long is the day in Darfield?
On Tuesday, August 18, 2026 in Darfield there are 10 hours and 24 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Darfield?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Darfield at 12:35 PM (Pacific/Auckland). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Darfield?
In Darfield, sunset is at 5:48 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:24 PM (Pacific/Auckland). Civil twilight ends at 6:17 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Darfield?
Twilight in Darfield lasts approximately 96 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 Darfield?
The earliest sunrise in Darfield in 2026 is at 6:15 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 Darfield?
The latest sunset in Darfield in 2026 is at 9:15 PM on December 30 (Pacific/Auckland). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Darfield?
After sunset at 5:48 PM in Darfield, civil twilight ends at 6:17 PM — about 30 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:24 PM (Pacific/Auckland).
What these times mean
Solar times in Darfield 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 Darfield
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Darfield on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:07 AM | 9:12 PM | 15h 05m |
| February | 6:49 AM | 8:41 PM | 13h 51m |
| March | 7:26 AM | 7:54 PM | 12h 29m |
| April | 7:04 AM | 5:58 PM | 10h 55m |
| May | 7:38 AM | 5:17 PM | 9h 39m |
| June | 8:02 AM | 5:00 PM | 8h 58m |
| July | 8:00 AM | 5:15 PM | 9h 15m |
| August | 7:26 AM | 5:46 PM | 10h 19m |
| September | 6:34 AM | 6:20 PM | 11h 46m |
| October | 6:42 AM | 7:53 PM | 13h 11m |
| November | 5:58 AM | 8:33 PM | 14h 35m |
| December | 5:44 AM | 9:07 PM | 15h 23m |
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