Sunrise and Sunset times in New Plymouth, New Zealand 
Today:
 Sunrise: 05:51:54
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 Sunset: 20:45:30
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Day Length: 14h 53m 36s
Time zone: Pacific/Auckland, UTC +13 h.
Latitude: -39.0556, Longitude: 174.075
New Plymouth
Taranaki, New Zealand 
52 500 people
| Date | Sunrise | Solar Noon | Sunset | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-Dec-01, Monday | 05:51:49 | 13:12:37 | 20:33:25 | 14h 41m 36s |
| 2025-Dec-02, Tuesday | 05:51:35 | 13:13:00 | 20:34:25 | 14h 42m 50s |
| 2025-Dec-03, Wednesday | 05:51:23 | 13:13:23 | 20:35:23 | 14h 44m 0s |
| 2025-Dec-04, Thursday | 05:51:13 | 13:13:47 | 20:36:21 | 14h 45m 8s |
| 2025-Dec-05, Friday | 05:51:06 | 13:14:12 | 20:37:17 | 14h 46m 11s |
| 2025-Dec-06, Saturday | 05:51:01 | 13:14:37 | 20:38:13 | 14h 47m 12s |
| 2025-Dec-07, Sunday | 05:50:57 | 13:15:02 | 20:39:07 | 14h 48m 10s |
| 2025-Dec-08, Monday | 05:50:57 | 13:15:28 | 20:40:00 | 14h 49m 3s |
| 2025-Dec-09, Tuesday | 05:50:58 | 13:15:55 | 20:40:51 | 14h 49m 53s |
| 2025-Dec-10, Wednesday | 05:51:02 | 13:16:22 | 20:41:41 | 14h 50m 39s |
| 2025-Dec-11, Thursday | 05:51:08 | 13:16:49 | 20:42:30 | 14h 51m 22s |
| 2025-Dec-12, Friday | 05:51:16 | 13:17:17 | 20:43:17 | 14h 52m 1s |
| 2025-Dec-13, Saturday | 05:51:26 | 13:17:45 | 20:44:03 | 14h 52m 37s |
| 2025-Dec-14, Sunday | 05:51:39 | 13:18:13 | 20:44:47 | 14h 53m 8s |
| 2025-Dec-15, Monday | 05:51:54 | 13:18:42 | 20:45:30 | 14h 53m 36s |
| 2025-Dec-16, Tuesday | 05:52:11 | 13:19:11 | 20:46:11 | 14h 54m 0s |
| 2025-Dec-17, Wednesday | 05:52:30 | 13:19:40 | 20:46:50 | 14h 54m 20s |
| 2025-Dec-18, Thursday | 05:52:51 | 13:20:09 | 20:47:28 | 14h 54m 37s |
| 2025-Dec-19, Friday | 05:53:15 | 13:20:39 | 20:48:03 | 14h 54m 48s |
| 2025-Dec-20, Saturday | 05:53:40 | 13:21:09 | 20:48:37 | 14h 54m 57s |
| 2025-Dec-21, Sunday | 05:54:08 | 13:21:38 | 20:49:09 | 14h 55m 1s |
| 2025-Dec-22, Monday | 05:54:37 | 13:22:08 | 20:49:39 | 14h 55m 2s |
| 2025-Dec-23, Tuesday | 05:55:09 | 13:22:38 | 20:50:07 | 14h 54m 58s |
| 2025-Dec-24, Wednesday | 05:55:42 | 13:23:08 | 20:50:33 | 14h 54m 51s |
| 2025-Dec-25, Thursday | 05:56:18 | 13:23:38 | 20:50:57 | 14h 54m 39s |
| 2025-Dec-26, Friday | 05:56:55 | 13:24:07 | 20:51:19 | 14h 54m 24s |
| 2025-Dec-27, Saturday | 05:57:35 | 13:24:37 | 20:51:39 | 14h 54m 4s |
| 2025-Dec-28, Sunday | 05:58:16 | 13:25:06 | 20:51:57 | 14h 53m 41s |
| 2025-Dec-29, Monday | 05:58:58 | 13:25:36 | 20:52:13 | 14h 53m 15s |
| 2025-Dec-30, Tuesday | 05:59:43 | 13:26:05 | 20:52:27 | 14h 52m 44s |
| 2025-Dec-31, Wednesday | 06:00:29 | 13:26:33 | 20:52:38 | 14h 52m 9s |
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New Plymouth on New Zealand map:
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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