Sun Times in Gisborne
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Gisborne?
Sunrise in Gisborne on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:56 AM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Gisborne?
Sunset in Gisborne on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 5:30 PM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Gisborne?
Morning golden hour in Gisborne ends at 7:33 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 4:52 PM.
How long is the day in Gisborne?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Gisborne there are 10 hours and 34 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Gisborne?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Gisborne at 12:12 PM (Pacific/Auckland). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Gisborne?
In Gisborne, sunset is at 5:30 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 6:59 PM (Pacific/Auckland). Civil twilight ends at 5:57 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Gisborne?
Twilight in Gisborne lasts approximately 90 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 Gisborne?
The earliest sunrise in Gisborne in 2026 is at 6:01 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 Gisborne?
The latest sunset in Gisborne in 2026 is at 8:36 PM on January 5 (Pacific/Auckland). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Gisborne?
After sunset at 5:30 PM in Gisborne, civil twilight ends at 5:57 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 6:59 PM (Pacific/Auckland).
What these times mean
Solar times in Gisborne 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 Gisborne
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Gisborne on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:58 AM | 8:34 PM | 14h 36m |
| February | 6:34 AM | 8:09 PM | 13h 35m |
| March | 7:04 AM | 7:29 PM | 12h 25m |
| April | 6:34 AM | 5:40 PM | 11h 06m |
| May | 7:02 AM | 5:05 PM | 10h 03m |
| June | 7:24 AM | 4:52 PM | 9h 29m |
| July | 7:22 AM | 5:05 PM | 9h 42m |
| August | 6:54 AM | 5:30 PM | 10h 36m |
| September | 6:09 AM | 5:57 PM | 11h 49m |
| October | 6:24 AM | 7:24 PM | 13h 01m |
| November | 5:47 AM | 7:58 PM | 14h 11m |
| December | 5:37 AM | 8:27 PM | 14h 51m |
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