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Sun Times in Otatara
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Otatara?
Sunrise in Otatara on Sunday, August 30, 2026 is at 7:23 AM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Otatara?
Sunset in Otatara on Sunday, August 30, 2026 is at 6:13 PM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Otatara?
Morning golden hour in Otatara ends at 8:04 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:31 PM.
How long is the day in Otatara?
On Sunday, August 30, 2026 in Otatara there are 10 hours and 49 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Otatara?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Otatara at 12:47 PM (Pacific/Auckland). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Otatara?
In Otatara, sunset is at 6:13 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:53 PM (Pacific/Auckland). Civil twilight ends at 6:43 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Otatara?
Twilight in Otatara lasts approximately 100 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 Otatara?
The earliest sunrise in Otatara 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 Otatara?
The latest sunset in Otatara in 2026 is at 9:42 PM on December 31 (Pacific/Auckland). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Otatara?
After sunset at 6:13 PM in Otatara, civil twilight ends at 6:43 PM — about 30 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:53 PM (Pacific/Auckland).
What these times mean
Solar times in Otatara 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 Otatara
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Otatara on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:12 AM | 9:38 PM | 15h 26m |
| February | 6:58 AM | 9:02 PM | 14h 03m |
| March | 7:39 AM | 8:11 PM | 12h 31m |
| April | 7:23 AM | 6:10 PM | 10h 47m |
| May | 8:01 AM | 5:24 PM | 9h 23m |
| June | 8:28 AM | 5:05 PM | 8h 36m |
| July | 8:25 AM | 5:20 PM | 8h 55m |
| August | 7:47 AM | 5:55 PM | 10h 08m |
| September | 6:50 AM | 6:34 PM | 11h 43m |
| October | 6:54 AM | 8:12 PM | 13h 18m |
| November | 6:05 AM | 8:57 PM | 14h 53m |
| December | 5:48 AM | 9:34 PM | 15h 46m |