Sun Times in Mount Maunganui
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Mount Maunganui?
Sunrise in Mount Maunganui on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:46 AM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Mount Maunganui?
Sunset in Mount Maunganui on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 5:48 PM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Mount Maunganui?
Morning golden hour in Mount Maunganui ends at 7:21 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:13 PM.
How long is the day in Mount Maunganui?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Mount Maunganui there are 11 hours and 2 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Mount Maunganui?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Mount Maunganui at 12:17 PM (Pacific/Auckland). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Mount Maunganui?
In Mount Maunganui, sunset is at 5:48 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:16 PM (Pacific/Auckland). Civil twilight ends at 6:15 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Mount Maunganui?
Twilight in Mount Maunganui lasts approximately 87 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 Maunganui?
The earliest sunrise in Mount Maunganui in 2026 is at 6:10 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 Mount Maunganui?
The latest sunset in Mount Maunganui in 2026 is at 8:40 PM on January 3 (Pacific/Auckland). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Mount Maunganui?
After sunset at 5:48 PM in Mount Maunganui, civil twilight ends at 6:15 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:16 PM (Pacific/Auckland).
What these times mean
Solar times in Mount Maunganui 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 Maunganui
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Mount Maunganui on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:08 AM | 8:38 PM | 14h 30m |
| February | 6:43 AM | 8:14 PM | 13h 31m |
| March | 7:12 AM | 7:36 PM | 12h 24m |
| April | 6:41 AM | 5:49 PM | 11h 08m |
| May | 7:07 AM | 5:15 PM | 10h 07m |
| June | 7:28 AM | 5:02 PM | 9h 35m |
| July | 7:27 AM | 5:15 PM | 9h 48m |
| August | 7:00 AM | 5:39 PM | 10h 39m |
| September | 6:16 AM | 6:05 PM | 11h 49m |
| October | 6:32 AM | 7:31 PM | 12h 59m |
| November | 5:56 AM | 8:03 PM | 14h 07m |
| December | 5:47 AM | 8:31 PM | 14h 44m |
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