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Sun Times in Hampstead
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Hampstead?
Sunrise in Hampstead on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is at 7:25 AM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Hampstead?
Sunset in Hampstead on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is at 5:48 PM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Hampstead?
Morning golden hour in Hampstead ends at 8:06 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:08 PM.
How long is the day in Hampstead?
On Tuesday, August 18, 2026 in Hampstead there are 10 hours and 23 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Hampstead?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Hampstead at 12:37 PM (Pacific/Auckland). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Hampstead?
In Hampstead, sunset is at 5:48 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:26 PM (Pacific/Auckland). Civil twilight ends at 6:18 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Hampstead?
Twilight in Hampstead 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 Hampstead?
The earliest sunrise in Hampstead in 2026 is at 6:16 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 Hampstead?
The latest sunset in Hampstead in 2026 is at 9:18 PM on December 30 (Pacific/Auckland). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Hampstead?
After sunset at 5:48 PM in Hampstead, civil twilight ends at 6:18 PM — about 30 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:26 PM (Pacific/Auckland).
What these times mean
Solar times in Hampstead 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 Hampstead
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Hampstead on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:07 AM | 9:15 PM | 15h 08m |
| February | 6:50 AM | 8:43 PM | 13h 53m |
| March | 7:27 AM | 7:56 PM | 12h 29m |
| April | 7:06 AM | 5:59 PM | 10h 54m |
| May | 7:40 AM | 5:17 PM | 9h 37m |
| June | 8:05 AM | 5:00 PM | 8h 55m |
| July | 8:03 AM | 5:15 PM | 9h 12m |
| August | 7:28 AM | 5:46 PM | 10h 18m |
| September | 6:36 AM | 6:21 PM | 11h 45m |
| October | 6:43 AM | 7:55 PM | 13h 12m |
| November | 5:58 AM | 8:36 PM | 14h 38m |
| December | 5:44 AM | 9:10 PM | 15h 26m |