Question 1

What time is sunset in Christchurch today?

Accepted Answer

Today in Christchurch, the sun sets at 17:15 local time. Sunrise is at 07:39, giving 9h 35m of daylight.

Question 2

When is golden hour in Christchurch?

Accepted Answer

Evening golden hour in Christchurch begins at 16:31 when the sun drops below 6° elevation, and ends at 17:46 when the sky transitions to blue hour.

Question 3

How long is daylight in Christchurch in May?

Accepted Answer

Today (May) Christchurch has 9h 35m of daylight, sunrise at 07:39 and sunset at 17:15. The exact duration shifts a few minutes each day as the season changes.

Question 4

When is the longest day of the year in Christchurch?

Accepted Answer

Christchurch's longest day falls on the December 21 solstice. The shortest day is around June 21.

Question 5

Does Christchurch have midnight sun?

Accepted Answer

No — Christchurch is at -43.5° latitude, well below the Arctic / Antarctic Circle (66.5°), so the sun rises and sets every day of the year.

ChristchurchNew Zealand

How long is the day in Christchurch today?

Daylight throughout the year in Christchurch