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Sun Times in Ashtonfield
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Ashtonfield?
Sunrise in Ashtonfield on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 6:16 AM (Australia/Sydney). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Ashtonfield?
Sunset in Ashtonfield on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 5:33 PM (Australia/Sydney). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Ashtonfield?
Morning golden hour in Ashtonfield ends at 6:50 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:00 PM.
How long is the day in Ashtonfield?
On Saturday, August 29, 2026 in Ashtonfield there are 11 hours and 17 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Ashtonfield?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Ashtonfield at 11:54 AM (Australia/Sydney). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Ashtonfield?
In Ashtonfield, sunset is at 5:33 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 6:55 PM (Australia/Sydney). Civil twilight ends at 5:58 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Ashtonfield?
Twilight in Ashtonfield lasts approximately 82 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 Ashtonfield?
The earliest sunrise in Ashtonfield in 2026 is at 5:56 AM on October 31 (Australia/Sydney). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Ashtonfield?
The latest sunset in Ashtonfield in 2026 is at 8:05 PM on January 2 (Australia/Sydney). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Ashtonfield?
After sunset at 5:33 PM in Ashtonfield, civil twilight ends at 5:58 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 6:55 PM (Australia/Sydney).
What these times mean
Solar times in Ashtonfield 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 Ashtonfield
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Ashtonfield on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:00 AM | 8:04 PM | 14h 04m |
| February | 6:29 AM | 7:44 PM | 13h 15m |
| March | 6:52 AM | 7:11 PM | 12h 19m |
| April | 6:14 AM | 5:32 PM | 11h 17m |
| May | 6:36 AM | 5:03 PM | 10h 27m |
| June | 6:53 AM | 4:54 PM | 10h 00m |
| July | 6:54 AM | 5:05 PM | 10h 11m |
| August | 6:31 AM | 5:25 PM | 10h 54m |
| September | 5:53 AM | 5:45 PM | 11h 52m |
| October | 6:13 AM | 7:05 PM | 12h 52m |
| November | 5:44 AM | 7:32 PM | 13h 48m |
| December | 5:39 AM | 7:57 PM | 14h 18m |