Sun Times in Waiatarua
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Waiatarua?
Sunrise in Waiatarua on Sunday, August 30, 2026 is at 6:46 AM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Waiatarua?
Sunset in Waiatarua on Sunday, August 30, 2026 is at 5:59 PM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Waiatarua?
Morning golden hour in Waiatarua ends at 7:21 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:24 PM.
How long is the day in Waiatarua?
On Sunday, August 30, 2026 in Waiatarua there are 11 hours and 13 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Waiatarua?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Waiatarua at 12:22 PM (Pacific/Auckland). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Waiatarua?
In Waiatarua, sunset is at 5:59 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:25 PM (Pacific/Auckland). Civil twilight ends at 6:25 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Waiatarua?
Twilight in Waiatarua 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 Waiatarua?
The earliest sunrise in Waiatarua 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 Waiatarua?
The latest sunset in Waiatarua in 2026 is at 8:44 PM on January 1 (Pacific/Auckland). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Waiatarua?
After sunset at 5:59 PM in Waiatarua, civil twilight ends at 6:25 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:25 PM (Pacific/Auckland).
What these times mean
Solar times in Waiatarua 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 Waiatarua
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Waiatarua on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:17 AM | 8:43 PM | 14h 26m |
| February | 6:50 AM | 8:20 PM | 13h 29m |
| March | 7:18 AM | 7:42 PM | 12h 24m |
| April | 6:46 AM | 5:56 PM | 11h 09m |
| May | 7:12 AM | 5:23 PM | 10h 10m |
| June | 7:32 AM | 5:11 PM | 9h 39m |
| July | 7:32 AM | 5:23 PM | 9h 51m |
| August | 7:05 AM | 5:47 PM | 10h 42m |
| September | 6:22 AM | 6:12 PM | 11h 50m |
| October | 6:39 AM | 7:36 PM | 12h 57m |
| November | 6:04 AM | 8:08 PM | 14h 03m |
| December | 5:56 AM | 8:36 PM | 14h 40m |
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