🇵🇫 Sunrise & Sunset in Arutua
French Polynesia • Pacific/Gambier (UTC-9)
-15.31203340°N, -146.91262850°E
📅 Today: Thursday, July 30, 2026
🌅 About Sunrise & Sunset in Arutua
Sunrise and sunset times in Arutua are calculated based on the city's geographic coordinates (-15.31203340°N, -146.91262850°E). The times shown above account for the Earth's rotation, axial tilt, and the city's position within the Pacific/Gambier time zone. Daylight Saving Time transitions are automatically reflected when applicable.
☀️ Solar Noon
Solar noon in Arutua occurs at 21:54 today. This is the moment when the sun reaches its highest point in the sky, casting the shortest shadows. Solar noon rarely coincides with clock noon (12:00 PM) due to the equation of time and the city's longitude within its time zone.
📏 Day Length
Today, the day length in Arutua is 11h 25m. Day length changes throughout the year due to the Earth's tilt and orbit around the sun. The longest days occur during the summer solstice, while the shortest days occur during the winter solstice. Equinoxes (around March 20 and September 22) have approximately equal day and night lengths.
🌙 Civil Twilight
Civil dawn in Arutua today begins at 15:48, and civil dusk ends at 03:59. Civil twilight is the period when there is enough natural light for most outdoor activities without artificial illumination. This period is commonly used for photography, aviation, and maritime navigation.
🔍 Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Arutua today?
Sunrise in Arutua today is at 16:11. The sun rises in the east and the exact time varies throughout the year due to the Earth's tilt and orbit.
What time is sunset in Arutua today?
Sunset in Arutua today is at 03:36. Sunset times shift gradually throughout the year, with the latest sunsets typically occurring in summer.
How long is the day in Arutua today?
The day length in Arutua today is 11h 25m. Day length changes throughout the year — longest days in summer, shortest in winter.
What is solar noon in Arutua?
Solar noon in Arutua today is at 21:54. This is when the sun reaches its highest point in the sky and casts the shortest shadow.
Does Arutua observe Daylight Saving Time?
Arutua uses the Pacific/Gambier time zone. DST observance depends on local regulations. The times shown above reflect the current DST status automatically.
What are civil twilight times in Arutua?
Civil dawn in Arutua today is at 15:48 and civil dusk is at 03:59. Civil twilight is the period when there is enough natural light for outdoor activities without artificial lighting.