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Sun Times in Forrest Hill
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Forrest Hill?
Sunrise in Forrest Hill on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:49 AM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Forrest Hill?
Sunset in Forrest Hill on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 5:56 PM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Forrest Hill?
Morning golden hour in Forrest Hill ends at 7:24 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:21 PM.
How long is the day in Forrest Hill?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Forrest Hill there are 11 hours and 7 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Forrest Hill?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Forrest Hill 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 Forrest Hill?
In Forrest Hill, sunset is at 5:56 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:22 PM (Pacific/Auckland). Civil twilight ends at 6:22 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Forrest Hill?
Twilight in Forrest Hill lasts approximately 86 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 Forrest Hill?
The earliest sunrise in Forrest Hill 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 Forrest Hill?
The latest sunset in Forrest Hill in 2026 is at 8:43 PM on January 2 (Pacific/Auckland). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Forrest Hill?
After sunset at 5:56 PM in Forrest Hill, civil twilight ends at 6:22 PM — about 26 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 Forrest Hill 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 Forrest Hill
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Forrest Hill on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:17 AM | 8:42 PM | 14h 25m |
| February | 6:50 AM | 8:19 PM | 13h 29m |
| March | 7:18 AM | 7:41 PM | 12h 24m |
| April | 6:46 AM | 5:55 PM | 11h 10m |
| May | 7:11 AM | 5:22 PM | 10h 11m |
| June | 7:31 AM | 5:11 PM | 9h 39m |
| July | 7:31 AM | 5:23 PM | 9h 52m |
| 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 | 6:04 AM | 8:06 PM | 14h 03m |
| December | 5:55 AM | 8:35 PM | 14h 39m |