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Sun Times in Hawera
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Hawera?
Sunrise in Hawera on Monday, September 14, 2026 is at 6:26 AM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Hawera?
Sunset in Hawera on Monday, September 14, 2026 is at 6:11 PM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Hawera?
Morning golden hour in Hawera ends at 7:01 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:35 PM.
How long is the day in Hawera?
On Monday, September 14, 2026 in Hawera there are 11 hours and 45 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Hawera?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Hawera at 12:18 PM (Pacific/Auckland). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Hawera?
In Hawera, sunset is at 6:11 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:41 PM (Pacific/Auckland). Civil twilight ends at 6:38 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Hawera?
Twilight in Hawera 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 Hawera?
The earliest sunrise in Hawera in 2026 is at 6:14 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 Hawera?
The latest sunset in Hawera in 2026 is at 8:53 PM on December 31 (Pacific/Auckland). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Hawera?
After sunset at 6:11 PM in Hawera, civil twilight ends at 6:38 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:41 PM (Pacific/Auckland).
What these times mean
Solar times in Hawera 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 Hawera
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Hawera on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:11 AM | 8:51 PM | 14h 41m |
| February | 6:47 AM | 8:25 PM | 13h 38m |
| March | 7:18 AM | 7:44 PM | 12h 26m |
| April | 6:50 AM | 5:54 PM | 11h 04m |
| May | 7:19 AM | 5:18 PM | 9h 58m |
| June | 7:41 AM | 5:04 PM | 9h 23m |
| July | 7:40 AM | 5:17 PM | 9h 37m |
| August | 7:11 AM | 5:44 PM | 10h 33m |
| September | 6:24 AM | 6:12 PM | 11h 48m |
| October | 6:38 AM | 7:40 PM | 13h 03m |
| November | 5:59 AM | 8:15 PM | 14h 16m |
| December | 5:49 AM | 8:45 PM | 14h 56m |