Sun Times in Palmerston
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Palmerston?
Sunrise in Palmerston on Monday, September 7, 2026 is at 6:56 AM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Palmerston?
Sunset in Palmerston on Monday, September 7, 2026 is at 6:15 PM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Palmerston?
Morning golden hour in Palmerston ends at 7:35 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:35 PM.
How long is the day in Palmerston?
On Monday, September 7, 2026 in Palmerston there are 11 hours and 19 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Palmerston?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Palmerston at 12:35 PM (Pacific/Auckland). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Palmerston?
In Palmerston, sunset is at 6:15 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:53 PM (Pacific/Auckland). Civil twilight ends at 6:44 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Palmerston?
Twilight in Palmerston lasts approximately 98 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 Palmerston?
The earliest sunrise in Palmerston in 2026 is at 6:17 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 Palmerston?
The latest sunset in Palmerston in 2026 is at 9:28 PM on December 29 (Pacific/Auckland). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Palmerston?
After sunset at 6:15 PM in Palmerston, civil twilight ends at 6:44 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 Palmerston 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 Palmerston
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Palmerston on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:06 AM | 9:25 PM | 15h 19m |
| February | 6:51 AM | 8:50 PM | 13h 59m |
| March | 7:30 AM | 8:01 PM | 12h 31m |
| April | 7:12 AM | 6:01 PM | 10h 50m |
| May | 7:49 AM | 5:17 PM | 9h 28m |
| June | 8:15 AM | 4:59 PM | 8h 44m |
| July | 8:12 AM | 5:14 PM | 9h 02m |
| August | 7:36 AM | 5:47 PM | 10h 12m |
| September | 6:40 AM | 6:24 PM | 11h 44m |
| October | 6:45 AM | 8:01 PM | 13h 16m |
| November | 5:58 AM | 8:45 PM | 14h 47m |
| December | 5:42 AM | 9:20 PM | 15h 39m |
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