Sun Times in Snells Beach
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Snells Beach?
Sunrise in Snells Beach on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 7:04 AM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Snells Beach?
Sunset in Snells Beach on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 5:47 PM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Snells Beach?
Morning golden hour in Snells Beach ends at 7:40 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:11 PM.
How long is the day in Snells Beach?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Snells Beach there are 10 hours and 43 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Snells Beach?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Snells Beach at 12:25 PM (Pacific/Auckland). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Snells Beach?
In Snells Beach, sunset is at 5:47 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:14 PM (Pacific/Auckland). Civil twilight ends at 6:14 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Snells Beach?
Twilight in Snells Beach lasts approximately 87 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 Snells Beach?
The earliest sunrise in Snells Beach in 2026 is at 6:18 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 Snells Beach?
The latest sunset in Snells Beach in 2026 is at 8:42 PM on January 1 (Pacific/Auckland). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Snells Beach?
After sunset at 5:47 PM in Snells Beach, civil twilight ends at 6:14 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:14 PM (Pacific/Auckland).
What these times mean
Solar times in Snells Beach 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 Snells Beach
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Snells Beach on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:18 AM | 8:41 PM | 14h 23m |
| February | 6:51 AM | 8:18 PM | 13h 28m |
| March | 7:18 AM | 7:41 PM | 12h 24m |
| April | 6:45 AM | 5:56 PM | 11h 10m |
| May | 7:11 AM | 5:23 PM | 10h 13m |
| June | 7:30 AM | 5:12 PM | 9h 41m |
| July | 7:30 AM | 5:24 PM | 9h 54m |
| August | 7:04 AM | 5:47 PM | 10h 43m |
| September | 6:21 AM | 6:11 PM | 11h 50m |
| October | 6:39 AM | 7:35 PM | 12h 56m |
| November | 6:05 AM | 8:06 PM | 14h 01m |
| December | 5:57 AM | 8:34 PM | 14h 37m |
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