🇸🇧 Sunrise & Sunset in Honiara
Solomon Islands • Pacific/Guadalcanal (UTC+11)
-9.43333000°N, 159.95000000°E
📅 Today: Wednesday, July 29, 2026
🌅 About Sunrise & Sunset in Honiara
Sunrise and sunset times in Honiara are calculated based on the city's geographic coordinates (-9.43333000°N, 159.95000000°E). The times shown above account for the Earth's rotation, axial tilt, and the city's position within the Pacific/Guadalcanal time zone. Daylight Saving Time transitions are automatically reflected when applicable.
☀️ Solar Noon
Solar noon in Honiara occurs at 01:26 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 Honiara is 11h 41m. 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 Honiara today begins at 19:14, and civil dusk ends at 07:39. 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 Honiara today?
Sunrise in Honiara today is at 19:36. 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 Honiara today?
Sunset in Honiara today is at 07:17. Sunset times shift gradually throughout the year, with the latest sunsets typically occurring in summer.
How long is the day in Honiara today?
The day length in Honiara today is 11h 41m. Day length changes throughout the year — longest days in summer, shortest in winter.
What is solar noon in Honiara?
Solar noon in Honiara today is at 01:26. This is when the sun reaches its highest point in the sky and casts the shortest shadow.
Does Honiara observe Daylight Saving Time?
Honiara uses the Pacific/Guadalcanal time zone. DST observance depends on local regulations. The times shown above reflect the current DST status automatically.
What are civil twilight times in Honiara?
Civil dawn in Honiara today is at 19:14 and civil dusk is at 07:39. Civil twilight is the period when there is enough natural light for outdoor activities without artificial lighting.