Sun Times in Whakatane
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Whakatane?
Sunrise in Whakatane on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 6:55 AM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Whakatane?
Sunset in Whakatane on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 5:37 PM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Whakatane?
Morning golden hour in Whakatane ends at 7:31 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:01 PM.
How long is the day in Whakatane?
On Monday, August 17, 2026 in Whakatane there are 10 hours and 42 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Whakatane?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Whakatane at 12:16 PM (Pacific/Auckland). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Whakatane?
In Whakatane, sunset is at 5:37 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:06 PM (Pacific/Auckland). Civil twilight ends at 6:04 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Whakatane?
Twilight in Whakatane lasts approximately 89 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 Whakatane?
The earliest sunrise in Whakatane in 2026 is at 6:06 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 Whakatane?
The latest sunset in Whakatane in 2026 is at 8:38 PM on January 5 (Pacific/Auckland). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Whakatane?
After sunset at 5:37 PM in Whakatane, civil twilight ends at 6:04 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:06 PM (Pacific/Auckland).
What these times mean
Solar times in Whakatane 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 Whakatane
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Whakatane on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:04 AM | 8:36 PM | 14h 32m |
| February | 6:39 AM | 8:12 PM | 13h 32m |
| March | 7:08 AM | 7:33 PM | 12h 25m |
| April | 6:38 AM | 5:45 PM | 11h 07m |
| May | 7:05 AM | 5:11 PM | 10h 06m |
| June | 7:26 AM | 4:58 PM | 9h 33m |
| July | 7:25 AM | 5:11 PM | 9h 46m |
| August | 6:57 AM | 5:36 PM | 10h 38m |
| September | 6:13 AM | 6:02 PM | 11h 49m |
| October | 6:28 AM | 7:28 PM | 12h 59m |
| November | 5:52 AM | 8:00 PM | 14h 08m |
| December | 5:43 AM | 8:29 PM | 14h 46m |
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