Sun Times in Whangamata
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Whangamata?
Sunrise in Whangamata on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:45 AM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Whangamata?
Sunset in Whangamata on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 5:51 PM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Whangamata?
Morning golden hour in Whangamata ends at 7:20 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:16 PM.
How long is the day in Whangamata?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Whangamata there are 11 hours and 6 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Whangamata?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Whangamata at 12:18 PM (Pacific/Auckland). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Whangamata?
In Whangamata, sunset is at 5:51 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:18 PM (Pacific/Auckland). Civil twilight ends at 6:17 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Whangamata?
Twilight in Whangamata lasts approximately 87 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 Whangamata?
The earliest sunrise in Whangamata in 2026 is at 6:12 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 Whangamata?
The latest sunset in Whangamata in 2026 is at 8:40 PM on January 3 (Pacific/Auckland). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Whangamata?
After sunset at 5:51 PM in Whangamata, civil twilight ends at 6:17 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:18 PM (Pacific/Auckland).
What these times mean
Solar times in Whangamata 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 Whangamata
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Whangamata on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:11 AM | 8:39 PM | 14h 28m |
| February | 6:45 AM | 8:15 PM | 13h 30m |
| March | 7:13 AM | 7:37 PM | 12h 24m |
| April | 6:42 AM | 5:50 PM | 11h 09m |
| May | 7:08 AM | 5:17 PM | 10h 09m |
| June | 7:28 AM | 5:05 PM | 9h 37m |
| July | 7:27 AM | 5:17 PM | 9h 50m |
| August | 7:00 AM | 5:41 PM | 10h 41m |
| September | 6:17 AM | 6:06 PM | 11h 49m |
| October | 6:34 AM | 7:31 PM | 12h 58m |
| November | 5:58 AM | 8:03 PM | 14h 05m |
| December | 5:50 AM | 8:31 PM | 14h 42m |
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