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Sun Times in Geraldine
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Geraldine?
Sunrise in Geraldine on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is at 7:28 AM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Geraldine?
Sunset in Geraldine on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is at 5:50 PM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Geraldine?
Morning golden hour in Geraldine ends at 8:09 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:09 PM.
How long is the day in Geraldine?
On Tuesday, August 18, 2026 in Geraldine there are 10 hours and 22 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Geraldine?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Geraldine at 12:39 PM (Pacific/Auckland). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Geraldine?
In Geraldine, sunset is at 5:50 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:28 PM (Pacific/Auckland). Civil twilight ends at 6:20 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Geraldine?
Twilight in Geraldine lasts approximately 97 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 Geraldine?
The earliest sunrise in Geraldine in 2026 is at 6:18 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 Geraldine?
The latest sunset in Geraldine in 2026 is at 9:21 PM on January 1 (Pacific/Auckland). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Geraldine?
After sunset at 5:50 PM in Geraldine, civil twilight ends at 6:20 PM — about 30 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:28 PM (Pacific/Auckland).
What these times mean
Solar times in Geraldine 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 Geraldine
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Geraldine on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:09 AM | 9:18 PM | 15h 09m |
| February | 6:51 AM | 8:45 PM | 13h 54m |
| March | 7:29 AM | 7:58 PM | 12h 29m |
| April | 7:08 AM | 6:01 PM | 10h 53m |
| May | 7:43 AM | 5:19 PM | 9h 36m |
| June | 8:08 AM | 5:02 PM | 8h 54m |
| July | 8:05 AM | 5:16 PM | 9h 11m |
| August | 7:31 AM | 5:48 PM | 10h 17m |
| September | 6:38 AM | 6:23 PM | 11h 45m |
| October | 6:45 AM | 7:57 PM | 13h 13m |
| November | 6:00 AM | 8:39 PM | 14h 39m |
| December | 5:45 AM | 9:13 PM | 15h 28m |