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Sunrise Forecast for Lightning Ridge
Today's sunrise prediction and golden hour forecast
Plan Tomorrow's Sunset
Check the sunset forecast for Lightning Ridge to plan your evening photography
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How can I see a beautiful sunrise?
The best sunrises occur when scattered clouds catch the early light. Find a spot with a clear eastern horizon and arrive at least 20 minutes before sunrise to watch the colors develop. Mornings after a cold front often produce the most vivid skies. Use Alpenglow's quality forecast to check which days have the best conditions. In Lightning Ridge today, the sun rises from the E (79°) at 6:29 AM — pick a spot with a clear view in that direction and arrive before first light.
What time does it get dark in Lightning Ridge?
Today's sunset in Lightning Ridge is at 5:50 PM, with full darkness arriving at 7:10 PM (Australia/Sydney). The period between sunset and full darkness is twilight, when the sky gradually transitions from light to dark.
How long does twilight last?
Twilight in Lightning Ridge lasts approximately 79 minutes from sunset to full darkness (astronomical dusk). This includes civil twilight, nautical twilight, and astronomical twilight.
What is the earliest sunrise of the year in Lightning Ridge?
The earliest sunrise in Lightning Ridge in 2026 is at 6:15 AM on October 31 (Australia/Sydney). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.