Sunrise and Sunset times in Gisborne, New Zealand 
Today:
 Sunrise: 05:37:06
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 Sunset: 20:27:47
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Day Length: 14h 50m 41s
Time zone: Pacific/Auckland, UTC +13 h.
Latitude: -38.6633, Longitude: 178.018
Gisborne
Gisborne, New Zealand 
34 300 people
| Date | Sunrise | Solar Noon | Sunset | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-Dec-01, Monday | 05:37:11 | 12:56:51 | 20:16:30 | 14h 39m 19s |
| 2025-Dec-02, Tuesday | 05:36:57 | 12:57:13 | 20:17:29 | 14h 40m 32s |
| 2025-Dec-03, Wednesday | 05:36:46 | 12:57:37 | 20:18:27 | 14h 41m 41s |
| 2025-Dec-04, Thursday | 05:36:37 | 12:58:01 | 20:19:24 | 14h 42m 47s |
| 2025-Dec-05, Friday | 05:36:30 | 12:58:25 | 20:20:20 | 14h 43m 50s |
| 2025-Dec-06, Saturday | 05:36:25 | 12:58:50 | 20:21:15 | 14h 44m 50s |
| 2025-Dec-07, Sunday | 05:36:22 | 12:59:15 | 20:22:09 | 14h 45m 47s |
| 2025-Dec-08, Monday | 05:36:22 | 12:59:41 | 20:23:01 | 14h 46m 39s |
| 2025-Dec-09, Tuesday | 05:36:23 | 13:00:08 | 20:23:53 | 14h 47m 30s |
| 2025-Dec-10, Wednesday | 05:36:28 | 13:00:35 | 20:24:42 | 14h 48m 14s |
| 2025-Dec-11, Thursday | 05:36:34 | 13:01:02 | 20:25:31 | 14h 48m 57s |
| 2025-Dec-12, Friday | 05:36:42 | 13:01:30 | 20:26:18 | 14h 49m 36s |
| 2025-Dec-13, Saturday | 05:36:53 | 13:01:58 | 20:27:03 | 14h 50m 10s |
| 2025-Dec-14, Sunday | 05:37:06 | 13:02:27 | 20:27:47 | 14h 50m 41s |
| 2025-Dec-15, Monday | 05:37:21 | 13:02:55 | 20:28:30 | 14h 51m 9s |
| 2025-Dec-16, Tuesday | 05:37:38 | 13:03:24 | 20:29:10 | 14h 51m 32s |
| 2025-Dec-17, Wednesday | 05:37:57 | 13:03:53 | 20:29:50 | 14h 51m 53s |
| 2025-Dec-18, Thursday | 05:38:19 | 13:04:23 | 20:30:27 | 14h 52m 8s |
| 2025-Dec-19, Friday | 05:38:42 | 13:04:52 | 20:31:03 | 14h 52m 21s |
| 2025-Dec-20, Saturday | 05:39:08 | 13:05:22 | 20:31:36 | 14h 52m 28s |
| 2025-Dec-21, Sunday | 05:39:35 | 13:05:52 | 20:32:08 | 14h 52m 33s |
| 2025-Dec-22, Monday | 05:40:05 | 13:06:22 | 20:32:38 | 14h 52m 33s |
| 2025-Dec-23, Tuesday | 05:40:36 | 13:06:51 | 20:33:06 | 14h 52m 30s |
| 2025-Dec-24, Wednesday | 05:41:10 | 13:07:21 | 20:33:33 | 14h 52m 23s |
| 2025-Dec-25, Thursday | 05:41:45 | 13:07:51 | 20:33:57 | 14h 52m 12s |
| 2025-Dec-26, Friday | 05:42:22 | 13:08:21 | 20:34:19 | 14h 51m 57s |
| 2025-Dec-27, Saturday | 05:43:02 | 13:08:50 | 20:34:39 | 14h 51m 37s |
| 2025-Dec-28, Sunday | 05:43:42 | 13:09:20 | 20:34:57 | 14h 51m 15s |
| 2025-Dec-29, Monday | 05:44:25 | 13:09:49 | 20:35:13 | 14h 50m 48s |
| 2025-Dec-30, Tuesday | 05:45:09 | 13:10:18 | 20:35:27 | 14h 50m 18s |
| 2025-Dec-31, Wednesday | 05:45:55 | 13:10:47 | 20:35:39 | 14h 49m 44s |
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Daylight Hours FAQ: 10 Most Googled Questions Answered
Daylight hours refer to the period between sunrise and sunset. This duration changes throughout the year based on season and geographic location.
Earth's 23.5° axial tilt causes uneven sunlight distribution. Your hemisphere receives less direct sunlight in winter (shorter days) and more in summer (longer days).
Northern Hemisphere: June 20-22 (summer solstice).
Southern Hemisphere: December 21-23.
Near polar circles, the sun doesn't set for 24 hours.
Northern Hemisphere: December 21-22 (winter solstice).
Southern Hemisphere: June 20-21.
The closer to poles, the more extreme variations:
- Equator: ~12-hour days year-round
- Polar regions: Midnight sun/polar nights occur
Miami's lower latitude means:
- Winter days are longer than NY's
- Summer days are slightly shorter
During equinoxes:
- Spring: March 20-21
- Fall: September 22-23
Most rapid change near equinoxes: 2-4 minutes daily.
Slowest change near solstices: <1 minute daily.
Reliable tools:
- Timeanddate.com
- SunCalc.org
- Photographer's Ephemeris app
Yes. Reduced winter sunlight may cause:
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Vitamin D deficiency
Solution: Light therapy lamps & midday walks