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Sun Times in Paeroa
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Paeroa?
Sunrise in Paeroa on Friday, September 4, 2026 is at 6:36 AM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Paeroa?
Sunset in Paeroa on Friday, September 4, 2026 is at 5:57 PM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Paeroa?
Morning golden hour in Paeroa ends at 7:11 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:22 PM.
How long is the day in Paeroa?
On Friday, September 4, 2026 in Paeroa there are 11 hours and 21 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Paeroa?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Paeroa at 12:16 PM (Pacific/Auckland). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Paeroa?
In Paeroa, sunset is at 5:57 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:24 PM (Pacific/Auckland). Civil twilight ends at 6:24 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Paeroa?
Twilight in Paeroa 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 Paeroa?
The earliest sunrise in Paeroa in 2026 is at 6:12 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 Paeroa?
The latest sunset in Paeroa in 2026 is at 8:41 PM on January 1 (Pacific/Auckland). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Paeroa?
After sunset at 5:57 PM in Paeroa, 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 7:24 PM (Pacific/Auckland).
What these times mean
Solar times in Paeroa 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 Paeroa
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Paeroa on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:11 AM | 8:40 PM | 14h 29m |
| February | 6:45 AM | 8:16 PM | 13h 31m |
| March | 7:14 AM | 7:38 PM | 12h 24m |
| April | 6:43 AM | 5:51 PM | 11h 08m |
| May | 7:09 AM | 5:17 PM | 10h 08m |
| June | 7:29 AM | 5:05 PM | 9h 36m |
| July | 7:28 AM | 5:17 PM | 9h 49m |
| August | 7:02 AM | 5:42 PM | 10h 40m |
| September | 6:18 AM | 6:07 PM | 11h 49m |
| October | 6:34 AM | 7:32 PM | 12h 58m |
| November | 5:59 AM | 8:04 PM | 14h 05m |
| December | 5:50 AM | 8:33 PM | 14h 43m |