Sun Times in Paraparaumu
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Paraparaumu?
Sunrise in Paraparaumu on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 is at 6:46 AM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Paraparaumu?
Sunset in Paraparaumu on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 is at 5:54 PM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Paraparaumu?
Morning golden hour in Paraparaumu ends at 7:24 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:17 PM.
How long is the day in Paraparaumu?
On Tuesday, September 1, 2026 in Paraparaumu there are 11 hours and 7 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Paraparaumu?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Paraparaumu at 12:20 PM (Pacific/Auckland). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Paraparaumu?
In Paraparaumu, sunset is at 5:54 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:25 PM (Pacific/Auckland). Civil twilight ends at 6:22 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Paraparaumu?
Twilight in Paraparaumu lasts approximately 91 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 Paraparaumu?
The earliest sunrise in Paraparaumu in 2026 is at 6:09 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 Paraparaumu?
The latest sunset in Paraparaumu in 2026 is at 8:55 PM on January 4 (Pacific/Auckland). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Paraparaumu?
After sunset at 5:54 PM in Paraparaumu, civil twilight ends at 6:22 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:25 PM (Pacific/Auckland).
What these times mean
Solar times in Paraparaumu 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 Paraparaumu
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Paraparaumu on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:04 AM | 8:52 PM | 14h 49m |
| February | 6:42 AM | 8:24 PM | 13h 42m |
| March | 7:15 AM | 7:42 PM | 12h 27m |
| April | 6:49 AM | 5:50 PM | 11h 01m |
| May | 7:19 AM | 5:12 PM | 9h 52m |
| June | 7:42 AM | 4:57 PM | 9h 15m |
| July | 7:41 AM | 5:11 PM | 9h 30m |
| August | 7:10 AM | 5:39 PM | 10h 29m |
| September | 6:22 AM | 6:09 PM | 11h 47m |
| October | 6:33 AM | 7:39 PM | 13h 05m |
| November | 5:53 AM | 8:15 PM | 14h 22m |
| December | 5:41 AM | 8:46 PM | 15h 05m |
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