Sun Times in Te Anau
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Te Anau?
Sunrise in Te Anau on Monday, August 31, 2026 is at 7:22 AM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Te Anau?
Sunset in Te Anau on Monday, August 31, 2026 is at 6:17 PM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Te Anau?
Morning golden hour in Te Anau ends at 8:03 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:37 PM.
How long is the day in Te Anau?
On Monday, August 31, 2026 in Te Anau there are 10 hours and 55 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Te Anau?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Te Anau at 12:49 PM (Pacific/Auckland). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Te Anau?
In Te Anau, sunset is at 6:17 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:56 PM (Pacific/Auckland). Civil twilight ends at 6:47 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Te Anau?
Twilight in Te Anau lasts approximately 98 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 Te Anau?
The earliest sunrise in Te Anau in 2026 is at 6:29 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 Te Anau?
The latest sunset in Te Anau in 2026 is at 9:40 PM on December 30 (Pacific/Auckland). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Te Anau?
After sunset at 6:17 PM in Te Anau, civil twilight ends at 6:47 PM — about 30 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:56 PM (Pacific/Auckland).
What these times mean
Solar times in Te Anau 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 Te Anau
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Te Anau on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:18 AM | 9:36 PM | 15h 18m |
| February | 7:03 AM | 9:02 PM | 13h 59m |
| March | 7:42 AM | 8:13 PM | 12h 30m |
| April | 7:24 AM | 6:13 PM | 10h 50m |
| May | 8:00 AM | 5:29 PM | 9h 29m |
| June | 8:27 AM | 5:11 PM | 8h 44m |
| July | 8:24 AM | 5:26 PM | 9h 02m |
| August | 7:48 AM | 5:59 PM | 10h 12m |
| September | 6:52 AM | 6:37 PM | 11h 44m |
| October | 6:57 AM | 8:13 PM | 13h 16m |
| November | 6:10 AM | 8:57 PM | 14h 46m |
| December | 5:54 AM | 9:32 PM | 15h 38m |
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