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Sun Times in Hawthorndale
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Hawthorndale?
Sunrise in Hawthorndale on Friday, September 25, 2026 is at 6:30 AM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Hawthorndale?
Sunset in Hawthorndale on Friday, September 25, 2026 is at 6:46 PM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Hawthorndale?
Morning golden hour in Hawthorndale ends at 7:10 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:07 PM.
How long is the day in Hawthorndale?
On Friday, September 25, 2026 in Hawthorndale there are 12 hours and 16 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Hawthorndale?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Hawthorndale at 12:38 PM (Pacific/Auckland). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Hawthorndale?
In Hawthorndale, sunset is at 6:46 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:29 PM (Pacific/Auckland). Civil twilight ends at 7:16 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Hawthorndale?
Twilight in Hawthorndale lasts approximately 102 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 Hawthorndale?
The earliest sunrise in Hawthorndale in 2026 is at 6:24 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 Hawthorndale?
The latest sunset in Hawthorndale in 2026 is at 9:41 PM on December 28 (Pacific/Auckland). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Hawthorndale?
After sunset at 6:46 PM in Hawthorndale, civil twilight ends at 7:16 PM — about 30 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:29 PM (Pacific/Auckland).
What these times mean
Solar times in Hawthorndale 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 Hawthorndale
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Hawthorndale on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:12 AM | 9:37 PM | 15h 25m |
| February | 6:58 AM | 9:01 PM | 14h 03m |
| March | 7:39 AM | 8:11 PM | 12h 31m |
| April | 7:22 AM | 6:09 PM | 10h 47m |
| May | 8:01 AM | 5:24 PM | 9h 23m |
| June | 8:28 AM | 5:05 PM | 8h 37m |
| July | 8:24 AM | 5:20 PM | 8h 55m |
| August | 7:47 AM | 5:55 PM | 10h 08m |
| September | 6:50 AM | 6:34 PM | 11h 44m |
| October | 6:53 AM | 8:12 PM | 13h 18m |
| November | 6:05 AM | 8:57 PM | 14h 52m |
| December | 5:47 AM | 9:34 PM | 15h 46m |