Sun Times in Hamilton West
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Hamilton West?
Sunrise in Hamilton West on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 6:51 AM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Hamilton West?
Sunset in Hamilton West on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 5:51 PM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Hamilton West?
Morning golden hour in Hamilton West ends at 7:27 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:15 PM.
How long is the day in Hamilton West?
On Wednesday, August 26, 2026 in Hamilton West there are 11 hours and 0 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Hamilton West?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Hamilton West at 12:21 PM (Pacific/Auckland). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Hamilton West?
In Hamilton West, sunset is at 5:51 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:19 PM (Pacific/Auckland). Civil twilight ends at 6:18 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Hamilton West?
Twilight in Hamilton West lasts approximately 88 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 Hamilton West?
The earliest sunrise in Hamilton West in 2026 is at 6:13 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 Hamilton West?
The latest sunset in Hamilton West in 2026 is at 8:44 PM on January 2 (Pacific/Auckland). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Hamilton West?
After sunset at 5:51 PM in Hamilton West, civil twilight ends at 6:18 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:19 PM (Pacific/Auckland).
What these times mean
Solar times in Hamilton West 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 Hamilton West
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Hamilton West on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:12 AM | 8:42 PM | 14h 31m |
| February | 6:46 AM | 8:18 PM | 13h 32m |
| March | 7:15 AM | 7:40 PM | 12h 24m |
| April | 6:45 AM | 5:52 PM | 11h 08m |
| May | 7:11 AM | 5:18 PM | 10h 07m |
| June | 7:32 AM | 5:06 PM | 9h 34m |
| July | 7:31 AM | 5:18 PM | 9h 47m |
| August | 7:04 AM | 5:43 PM | 10h 39m |
| September | 6:20 AM | 6:09 PM | 11h 49m |
| October | 6:35 AM | 7:34 PM | 12h 59m |
| November | 5:59 AM | 8:07 PM | 14h 07m |
| December | 5:50 AM | 8:36 PM | 14h 45m |
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