Sun Times in Shortland
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Shortland?
Sunrise in Shortland on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 6:16 AM (Australia/Sydney). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Shortland?
Sunset in Shortland on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 5:33 PM (Australia/Sydney). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Shortland?
Morning golden hour in Shortland ends at 6:49 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 4:59 PM.
How long is the day in Shortland?
On Friday, August 28, 2026 in Shortland there are 11 hours and 16 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Shortland?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Shortland at 11:54 AM (Australia/Sydney). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Shortland?
In Shortland, sunset is at 5:33 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 6:55 PM (Australia/Sydney). Civil twilight ends at 5:58 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Shortland?
Twilight in Shortland lasts approximately 82 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 Shortland?
The earliest sunrise in Shortland in 2026 is at 5:55 AM on October 31 (Australia/Sydney). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Shortland?
The latest sunset in Shortland in 2026 is at 8:05 PM on January 2 (Australia/Sydney). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Shortland?
After sunset at 5:33 PM in Shortland, civil twilight ends at 5:58 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 6:55 PM (Australia/Sydney).
What these times mean
Solar times in Shortland 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 Shortland
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Shortland on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:59 AM | 8:04 PM | 14h 05m |
| February | 6:29 AM | 7:44 PM | 13h 15m |
| March | 6:52 AM | 7:11 PM | 12h 19m |
| April | 6:14 AM | 5:31 PM | 11h 17m |
| May | 6:36 AM | 5:02 PM | 10h 27m |
| June | 6:53 AM | 4:53 PM | 10h 00m |
| July | 6:54 AM | 5:04 PM | 10h 11m |
| August | 6:31 AM | 5:24 PM | 10h 54m |
| September | 5:52 AM | 5:44 PM | 11h 52m |
| October | 6:13 AM | 7:05 PM | 12h 52m |
| November | 5:43 AM | 7:32 PM | 13h 48m |
| December | 5:39 AM | 7:57 PM | 14h 18m |
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