Sun Times in Dunedin
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Dunedin?
Sunrise in Dunedin on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 7:01 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Dunedin?
Sunset in Dunedin on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 8:09 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Dunedin?
Morning golden hour in Dunedin ends at 7:33 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:37 PM.
How long is the day in Dunedin?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Dunedin there are 13 hours and 8 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Dunedin?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Dunedin at 1:35 PM (America/New_York). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Dunedin?
In Dunedin, sunset is at 8:09 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:33 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:34 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Dunedin?
Twilight in Dunedin lasts approximately 84 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 Dunedin?
The earliest sunrise in Dunedin in 2026 is at 6:34 AM on June 1 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Dunedin?
The latest sunset in Dunedin in 2026 is at 8:31 PM on June 23 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Dunedin?
After sunset at 8:09 PM in Dunedin, civil twilight ends at 8:34 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:33 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Dunedin 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 Dunedin
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Dunedin on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:23 AM | 5:57 PM | 10h 34m |
| February | 7:08 AM | 6:22 PM | 11h 14m |
| March | 7:40 AM | 7:39 PM | 11h 59m |
| April | 7:06 AM | 7:56 PM | 12h 50m |
| May | 6:41 AM | 8:13 PM | 13h 33m |
| June | 6:34 AM | 8:29 PM | 13h 55m |
| July | 6:44 AM | 8:29 PM | 13h 45m |
| August | 7:01 AM | 8:09 PM | 13h 08m |
| September | 7:16 AM | 7:35 PM | 12h 19m |
| October | 7:31 AM | 7:01 PM | 11h 30m |
| November | 6:52 AM | 5:38 PM | 10h 46m |
| December | 7:14 AM | 5:37 PM | 10h 23m |
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