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Sun Times in Mount Hagen
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Mount Hagen?
Sunrise in Mount Hagen on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:28 AM (Pacific/Port_Moresby). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Mount Hagen?
Sunset in Mount Hagen on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:24 PM (Pacific/Port_Moresby). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Mount Hagen?
Morning golden hour in Mount Hagen ends at 6:57 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:56 PM.
How long is the day in Mount Hagen?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Mount Hagen there are 11 hours and 56 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Mount Hagen?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Mount Hagen at 12:26 PM (Pacific/Port_Moresby). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Mount Hagen?
In Mount Hagen, sunset is at 6:24 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:35 PM (Pacific/Port_Moresby). Civil twilight ends at 6:46 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Mount Hagen?
Twilight in Mount Hagen lasts approximately 71 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 Mount Hagen?
The earliest sunrise in Mount Hagen in 2026 is at 5:56 AM on November 3 (Pacific/Port_Moresby). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Mount Hagen?
The latest sunset in Mount Hagen in 2026 is at 6:47 PM on January 26 (Pacific/Port_Moresby). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Mount Hagen?
After sunset at 6:24 PM in Mount Hagen, civil twilight ends at 6:46 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:35 PM (Pacific/Port_Moresby).
What these times mean
Solar times in Mount Hagen 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 Mount Hagen
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Mount Hagen on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:19 AM | 6:45 PM | 12h 26m |
| February | 6:28 AM | 6:45 PM | 12h 17m |
| March | 6:27 AM | 6:36 PM | 12h 08m |
| April | 6:23 AM | 6:22 PM | 11h 59m |
| May | 6:23 AM | 6:14 PM | 11h 51m |
| June | 6:29 AM | 6:17 PM | 11h 47m |
| July | 6:34 AM | 6:23 PM | 11h 49m |
| August | 6:30 AM | 6:25 PM | 11h 55m |
| September | 6:16 AM | 6:20 PM | 12h 04m |
| October | 6:02 AM | 6:15 PM | 12h 14m |
| November | 5:56 AM | 6:19 PM | 12h 23m |
| December | 6:04 AM | 6:31 PM | 12h 28m |