Sun Times in Richmond
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Richmond?
Sunrise in Richmond on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 7:49 AM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Richmond?
Sunset in Richmond on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 5:54 PM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Richmond?
Morning golden hour in Richmond ends at 8:32 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:10 PM.
How long is the day in Richmond?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Richmond there are 10 hours and 5 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Richmond?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Richmond at 12:51 PM (Pacific/Auckland). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Richmond?
In Richmond, sunset is at 5:54 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:36 PM (Pacific/Auckland). Civil twilight ends at 6:25 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Richmond?
Twilight in Richmond lasts approximately 102 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 Richmond?
The earliest sunrise in Richmond 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 Richmond?
The latest sunset in Richmond in 2026 is at 9:41 PM on December 28 (Pacific/Auckland). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Richmond?
After sunset at 5:54 PM in Richmond, civil twilight ends at 6:25 PM — about 31 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:36 PM (Pacific/Auckland).
What these times mean
Solar times in Richmond 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 Richmond
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Richmond on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:12 AM | 9:37 PM | 15h 25m |
| February | 6:58 AM | 9:01 PM | 14h 03m |
| March | 7:39 AM | 8:11 PM | 12h 31m |
| April | 7:22 AM | 6:09 PM | 10h 47m |
| May | 8:01 AM | 5:24 PM | 9h 23m |
| June | 8:28 AM | 5:05 PM | 8h 37m |
| 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 44m |
| October | 6:53 AM | 8:12 PM | 13h 18m |
| November | 6:05 AM | 8:57 PM | 14h 52m |
| December | 5:48 AM | 9:34 PM | 15h 46m |
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