🇳🇿 Sunrise & Sunset in Dunedin
New Zealand • Pacific/Auckland (UTC+12)
-45.87416000°N, 170.50361000°E
📅 Today: Wednesday, July 29, 2026
🌅 About Sunrise & Sunset in Dunedin
Sunrise and sunset times in Dunedin are calculated based on the city's geographic coordinates (-45.87416000°N, 170.50361000°E). The times shown above account for the Earth's rotation, axial tilt, and the city's position within the Pacific/Auckland time zone. Daylight Saving Time transitions are automatically reflected when applicable.
☀️ Solar Noon
Solar noon in Dunedin occurs at 00:44 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 Dunedin is 9h 26m. 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 Dunedin today begins at 19:28, and civil dusk ends at 06:00. 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 Dunedin today?
Sunrise in Dunedin today is at 20:01. 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 Dunedin today?
Sunset in Dunedin today is at 05:27. Sunset times shift gradually throughout the year, with the latest sunsets typically occurring in summer.
How long is the day in Dunedin today?
The day length in Dunedin today is 9h 26m. Day length changes throughout the year — longest days in summer, shortest in winter.
What is solar noon in Dunedin?
Solar noon in Dunedin today is at 00:44. This is when the sun reaches its highest point in the sky and casts the shortest shadow.
Does Dunedin observe Daylight Saving Time?
Dunedin uses the Pacific/Auckland time zone. DST observance depends on local regulations. The times shown above reflect the current DST status automatically.
What are civil twilight times in Dunedin?
Civil dawn in Dunedin today is at 19:28 and civil dusk is at 06:00. Civil twilight is the period when there is enough natural light for outdoor activities without artificial lighting.