Sunrise and Sunset times in Hector, New Zealand 
Hector
West Coast
Time zone: Pacific/Auckland, UTC 12 h.
Latitude: -41.606, Longitude: 171.881
| Date | Sunrise | Solar Noon | Sunset | Length of day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-Jul-01, Tuesday | 08:00:04 | 12:36:20 | 17:12:36 | 9h 12m 32s |
| 2025-Jul-02, Wednesday | 07:59:56 | 12:36:31 | 17:13:06 | 9h 13m 10s |
| 2025-Jul-03, Thursday | 07:59:47 | 12:36:42 | 17:13:38 | 9h 13m 51s |
| 2025-Jul-04, Friday | 07:59:35 | 12:36:53 | 17:14:11 | 9h 14m 36s |
| 2025-Jul-05, Saturday | 07:59:22 | 12:37:04 | 17:14:46 | 9h 15m 24s |
| 2025-Jul-06, Sunday | 07:59:06 | 12:37:14 | 17:15:22 | 9h 16m 16s |
| 2025-Jul-07, Monday | 07:58:48 | 12:37:24 | 17:16:00 | 9h 17m 12s |
| 2025-Jul-08, Tuesday | 07:58:28 | 12:37:33 | 17:16:38 | 9h 18m 10s |
| 2025-Jul-09, Wednesday | 07:58:07 | 12:37:43 | 17:17:18 | 9h 19m 11s |
| 2025-Jul-10, Thursday | 07:57:43 | 12:37:51 | 17:18:00 | 9h 20m 17s |
| 2025-Jul-11, Friday | 07:57:17 | 12:37:59 | 17:18:42 | 9h 21m 25s |
| 2025-Jul-12, Saturday | 07:56:49 | 12:38:07 | 17:19:25 | 9h 22m 36s |
| 2025-Jul-13, Sunday | 07:56:19 | 12:38:14 | 17:20:10 | 9h 23m 51s |
| 2025-Jul-14, Monday | 07:55:47 | 12:38:21 | 17:20:55 | 9h 25m 8s |
| 2025-Jul-15, Tuesday | 07:55:14 | 12:38:28 | 17:21:42 | 9h 26m 28s |
| 2025-Jul-16, Wednesday | 07:54:38 | 12:38:34 | 17:22:29 | 9h 27m 51s |
| 2025-Jul-17, Thursday | 07:54:00 | 12:38:39 | 17:23:18 | 9h 29m 18s |
| 2025-Jul-18, Friday | 07:53:20 | 12:38:44 | 17:24:07 | 9h 30m 47s |
| 2025-Jul-19, Saturday | 07:52:39 | 12:38:48 | 17:24:57 | 9h 32m 18s |
| 2025-Jul-20, Sunday | 07:51:56 | 12:38:52 | 17:25:48 | 9h 33m 52s |
| 2025-Jul-21, Monday | 07:51:10 | 12:38:55 | 17:26:39 | 9h 35m 29s |
| 2025-Jul-22, Tuesday | 07:50:23 | 12:38:57 | 17:27:32 | 9h 37m 9s |
| 2025-Jul-23, Wednesday | 07:49:34 | 12:38:59 | 17:28:24 | 9h 38m 50s |
| 2025-Jul-24, Thursday | 07:48:44 | 12:39:01 | 17:29:18 | 9h 40m 34s |
| 2025-Jul-25, Friday | 07:47:51 | 12:39:02 | 17:30:12 | 9h 42m 21s |
| 2025-Jul-26, Saturday | 07:46:57 | 12:39:02 | 17:31:07 | 9h 44m 10s |
| 2025-Jul-27, Sunday | 07:46:01 | 12:39:01 | 17:32:02 | 9h 46m 1s |
| 2025-Jul-28, Monday | 07:45:03 | 12:39:01 | 17:32:58 | 9h 47m 55s |
| 2025-Jul-29, Tuesday | 07:44:04 | 12:38:59 | 17:33:54 | 9h 49m 50s |
| 2025-Jul-30, Wednesday | 07:43:03 | 12:38:57 | 17:34:50 | 9h 51m 47s |
| 2025-Jul-31, Thursday | 07:42:01 | 12:38:54 | 17:35:47 | 9h 53m 46s |
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Daylight Hours FAQ: 10 Most Googled Questions Answered
1. What are daylight hours?
Daylight hours refer to the period between sunrise and sunset. This duration changes throughout the year based on season and geographic location.
2. Why are days shorter in winter and longer in summer?
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).
3. When is the longest day of the year?
Northern Hemisphere: June 20-22 (summer solstice).
Southern Hemisphere: December 21-23.
Near polar circles, the sun doesn't set for 24 hours.
4. When is the shortest day of the year?
Northern Hemisphere: December 21-22 (winter solstice).
Southern Hemisphere: June 20-21.
5. How does latitude affect daylight hours?
The closer to poles, the more extreme variations:
- Equator: ~12-hour days year-round
- Polar regions: Midnight sun/polar nights occur
6. Why do New York and Miami have different day lengths?
Miami's lower latitude means:
- Winter days are longer than NY's
- Summer days are slightly shorter
7. When are day and night equal?
During equinoxes:
- Spring: March 20-21
- Fall: September 22-23
How fast do days lengthen/shorten?
Most rapid change near equinoxes: 2-4 minutes daily.
Slowest change near solstices: <1 minute daily.
9. Where can I check daylight hours for my city?
Reliable tools:
- Timeanddate.com
- SunCalc.org
- Photographer's Ephemeris app
10. Does daylight affect health?
Yes. Reduced winter sunlight may cause:
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Vitamin D deficiency
Solution: Light therapy lamps & midday walks