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Sun Times in Alice River
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Alice River?
Sunrise in Alice River on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is at 6:33 AM (Australia/Brisbane). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Alice River?
Sunset in Alice River on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is at 6:02 PM (Australia/Brisbane). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Alice River?
Morning golden hour in Alice River ends at 7:03 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:32 PM.
How long is the day in Alice River?
On Tuesday, August 18, 2026 in Alice River there are 11 hours and 28 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Alice River?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Alice River at 12:17 PM (Australia/Brisbane). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Alice River?
In Alice River, sunset is at 6:02 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:16 PM (Australia/Brisbane). Civil twilight ends at 6:24 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Alice River?
Twilight in Alice River lasts approximately 74 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 Alice River?
The earliest sunrise in Alice River in 2026 is at 5:26 AM on November 18 (Australia/Brisbane). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Alice River?
The latest sunset in Alice River in 2026 is at 6:57 PM on January 9 (Australia/Brisbane). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Alice River?
After sunset at 6:02 PM in Alice River, civil twilight ends at 6:24 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:16 PM (Australia/Brisbane).
What these times mean
Solar times in Alice River shift throughout the year. Each stage of the day brings distinct light that photographers, outdoor planners, and everyday users rely on.
- Dawn
- The first usable twilight before sunrise, when the horizon brightens and color gradually returns to the sky.
- Sunrise
- The moment the upper edge of the sun appears above the horizon, starting direct daylight.
- Golden Hour
- The low-angle window just after sunrise and just before sunset, producing warm, soft light favored by photographers.
- Sunset
- The moment the upper edge of the sun drops below the horizon, ending direct sunlight for the day.
- Dusk
- The fading twilight after sunset, ending with astronomical dusk when the sky becomes fully dark.
Monthly daylight in Alice River
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Alice River on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:47 AM | 6:57 PM | 13h 10m |
| February | 6:05 AM | 6:49 PM | 12h 44m |
| March | 6:15 AM | 6:28 PM | 12h 13m |
| April | 6:23 AM | 6:03 PM | 11h 39m |
| May | 6:33 AM | 5:46 PM | 11h 12m |
| June | 6:44 AM | 5:43 PM | 10h 58m |
| July | 6:47 AM | 5:51 PM | 11h 04m |
| August | 6:34 AM | 6:01 PM | 11h 27m |
| September | 6:09 AM | 6:08 PM | 11h 58m |
| October | 5:44 AM | 6:15 PM | 12h 31m |
| November | 5:27 AM | 6:28 PM | 13h 01m |
| December | 5:29 AM | 6:47 PM | 13h 17m |