Sun Times in Wanaka
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Wanaka?
Sunrise in Wanaka on Sunday, August 30, 2026 is at 7:16 AM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Wanaka?
Sunset in Wanaka on Sunday, August 30, 2026 is at 6:12 PM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Wanaka?
Morning golden hour in Wanaka ends at 7:55 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:33 PM.
How long is the day in Wanaka?
On Sunday, August 30, 2026 in Wanaka there are 10 hours and 56 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Wanaka?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Wanaka at 12:44 PM (Pacific/Auckland). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Wanaka?
In Wanaka, sunset is at 6:12 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:50 PM (Pacific/Auckland). Civil twilight ends at 6:42 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Wanaka?
Twilight in Wanaka lasts approximately 97 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 Wanaka?
The earliest sunrise in Wanaka in 2026 is at 6:25 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 Wanaka?
The latest sunset in Wanaka in 2026 is at 9:31 PM on December 28 (Pacific/Auckland). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Wanaka?
After sunset at 6:12 PM in Wanaka, civil twilight ends at 6:42 PM — about 29 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:50 PM (Pacific/Auckland).
What these times mean
Solar times in Wanaka 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 Wanaka
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Wanaka on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:15 AM | 9:28 PM | 15h 13m |
| February | 6:59 AM | 8:55 PM | 13h 56m |
| March | 7:37 AM | 8:07 PM | 12h 30m |
| April | 7:17 AM | 6:09 PM | 10h 52m |
| May | 7:53 AM | 5:25 PM | 9h 33m |
| June | 8:19 AM | 5:08 PM | 8h 49m |
| July | 8:16 AM | 5:23 PM | 9h 07m |
| August | 7:40 AM | 5:55 PM | 10h 15m |
| September | 6:46 AM | 6:31 PM | 11h 45m |
| October | 6:52 AM | 8:06 PM | 13h 14m |
| November | 6:07 AM | 8:49 PM | 14h 42m |
| December | 5:51 AM | 9:24 PM | 15h 32m |
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