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Sun Times in Ellerslie
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Ellerslie?
Sunrise in Ellerslie on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 7:02 AM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Ellerslie?
Sunset in Ellerslie on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 5:48 PM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Ellerslie?
Morning golden hour in Ellerslie ends at 7:38 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:11 PM.
How long is the day in Ellerslie?
On Monday, August 17, 2026 in Ellerslie there are 10 hours and 45 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Ellerslie?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Ellerslie at 12:24 PM (Pacific/Auckland). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Ellerslie?
In Ellerslie, sunset is at 5:48 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:15 PM (Pacific/Auckland). Civil twilight ends at 6:14 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Ellerslie?
Twilight in Ellerslie lasts approximately 87 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 Ellerslie?
The earliest sunrise in Ellerslie in 2026 is at 6:17 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 Ellerslie?
The latest sunset in Ellerslie in 2026 is at 8:43 PM on January 1 (Pacific/Auckland). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Ellerslie?
After sunset at 5:48 PM in Ellerslie, civil twilight ends at 6:14 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:15 PM (Pacific/Auckland).
What these times mean
Solar times in Ellerslie 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 Ellerslie
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Ellerslie on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:16 AM | 8:42 PM | 14h 26m |
| February | 6:50 AM | 8:19 PM | 13h 29m |
| March | 7:17 AM | 7:41 PM | 12h 24m |
| April | 6:45 AM | 5:55 PM | 11h 09m |
| May | 7:11 AM | 5:22 PM | 10h 10m |
| June | 7:31 AM | 5:10 PM | 9h 39m |
| July | 7:31 AM | 5:22 PM | 9h 51m |
| August | 7:04 AM | 5:46 PM | 10h 42m |
| September | 6:21 AM | 6:11 PM | 11h 50m |
| October | 6:38 AM | 7:35 PM | 12h 57m |
| November | 6:03 AM | 8:07 PM | 14h 03m |
| December | 5:55 AM | 8:35 PM | 14h 40m |