Sun Times in Opua
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Opua?
Sunrise in Opua on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 6:53 AM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Opua?
Sunset in Opua on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 5:59 PM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Opua?
Morning golden hour in Opua ends at 7:27 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:24 PM.
How long is the day in Opua?
On Wednesday, August 26, 2026 in Opua there are 11 hours and 6 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Opua?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Opua at 12:25 PM (Pacific/Auckland). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Opua?
In Opua, sunset is at 5:59 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:23 PM (Pacific/Auckland). Civil twilight ends at 6:24 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Opua?
Twilight in Opua lasts approximately 85 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 Opua?
The earliest sunrise in Opua in 2026 is at 6:22 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 Opua?
The latest sunset in Opua in 2026 is at 8:42 PM on January 5 (Pacific/Auckland). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Opua?
After sunset at 5:59 PM in Opua, civil twilight ends at 6:24 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:23 PM (Pacific/Auckland).
What these times mean
Solar times in Opua 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 Opua
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Opua on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:23 AM | 8:41 PM | 14h 18m |
| February | 6:55 AM | 8:19 PM | 13h 24m |
| March | 7:21 AM | 7:43 PM | 12h 23m |
| April | 6:47 AM | 5:59 PM | 11h 13m |
| May | 7:11 AM | 5:28 PM | 10h 17m |
| June | 7:30 AM | 5:17 PM | 9h 47m |
| July | 7:30 AM | 5:29 PM | 9h 59m |
| August | 7:05 AM | 5:51 PM | 10h 46m |
| September | 6:23 AM | 6:14 PM | 11h 50m |
| October | 6:42 AM | 7:37 PM | 12h 54m |
| November | 6:09 AM | 8:06 PM | 13h 57m |
| December | 6:02 AM | 8:33 PM | 14h 31m |
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