Sun Times in Twizel
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Twizel?
Sunrise in Twizel on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 7:33 AM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Twizel?
Sunset in Twizel on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 5:54 PM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Twizel?
Morning golden hour in Twizel ends at 8:14 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:13 PM.
How long is the day in Twizel?
On Monday, August 17, 2026 in Twizel there are 10 hours and 21 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Twizel?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Twizel at 12:43 PM (Pacific/Auckland). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Twizel?
In Twizel, sunset is at 5:54 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:32 PM (Pacific/Auckland). Civil twilight ends at 6:24 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Twizel?
Twilight in Twizel 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 Twizel?
The earliest sunrise in Twizel in 2026 is at 6:22 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 Twizel?
The latest sunset in Twizel in 2026 is at 9:26 PM on December 30 (Pacific/Auckland). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Twizel?
After sunset at 5:54 PM in Twizel, civil twilight ends at 6:24 PM — about 30 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:32 PM (Pacific/Auckland).
What these times mean
Solar times in Twizel 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 Twizel
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Twizel on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:13 AM | 9:23 PM | 15h 10m |
| February | 6:56 AM | 8:50 PM | 13h 54m |
| March | 7:33 AM | 8:03 PM | 12h 29m |
| April | 7:13 AM | 6:05 PM | 10h 53m |
| May | 7:48 AM | 5:23 PM | 9h 35m |
| June | 8:13 AM | 5:06 PM | 8h 53m |
| July | 8:10 AM | 5:20 PM | 9h 10m |
| August | 7:36 AM | 5:52 PM | 10h 16m |
| September | 6:42 AM | 6:27 PM | 11h 45m |
| October | 6:49 AM | 8:02 PM | 13h 13m |
| November | 6:04 AM | 8:44 PM | 14h 40m |
| December | 5:49 AM | 9:18 PM | 15h 29m |
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