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Sun Times in Rothesay Bay
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Rothesay Bay?
Sunrise in Rothesay Bay on Tuesday, September 8, 2026 is at 6:32 AM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Rothesay Bay?
Sunset in Rothesay Bay on Tuesday, September 8, 2026 is at 6:06 PM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Rothesay Bay?
Morning golden hour in Rothesay Bay ends at 7:06 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:31 PM.
How long is the day in Rothesay Bay?
On Tuesday, September 8, 2026 in Rothesay Bay there are 11 hours and 33 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Rothesay Bay?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Rothesay Bay at 12:18 PM (Pacific/Auckland). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Rothesay Bay?
In Rothesay Bay, sunset is at 6:06 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:31 PM (Pacific/Auckland). Civil twilight ends at 6:31 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Rothesay Bay?
Twilight in Rothesay Bay lasts approximately 86 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 Rothesay Bay?
The earliest sunrise in Rothesay Bay 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 Rothesay Bay?
The latest sunset in Rothesay Bay in 2026 is at 8:43 PM on January 2 (Pacific/Auckland). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Rothesay Bay?
After sunset at 6:06 PM in Rothesay Bay, civil twilight ends at 6:31 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:31 PM (Pacific/Auckland).
What these times mean
Solar times in Rothesay Bay 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 Rothesay Bay
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Rothesay Bay on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:17 AM | 8:42 PM | 14h 25m |
| February | 6:50 AM | 8:19 PM | 13h 29m |
| March | 7:18 AM | 7:41 PM | 12h 24m |
| April | 6:46 AM | 5:55 PM | 11h 10m |
| May | 7:11 AM | 5:22 PM | 10h 11m |
| June | 7:31 AM | 5:11 PM | 9h 40m |
| July | 7:30 AM | 5:23 PM | 9h 52m |
| August | 7:04 AM | 5:46 PM | 10h 42m |
| September | 6:21 AM | 6:11 PM | 11h 50m |
| October | 6:39 AM | 7:35 PM | 12h 57m |
| November | 6:04 AM | 8:06 PM | 14h 03m |
| December | 5:56 AM | 8:35 PM | 14h 39m |