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Sun Times in Bateau Bay
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Bateau Bay?
Sunrise in Bateau Bay 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 Bateau Bay?
Sunset in Bateau Bay on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 5:34 PM (Australia/Sydney). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Bateau Bay?
Morning golden hour in Bateau Bay ends at 6:50 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:00 PM.
How long is the day in Bateau Bay?
On Saturday, August 29, 2026 in Bateau Bay there are 11 hours and 17 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Bateau Bay?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Bateau Bay at 11:55 AM (Australia/Sydney). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Bateau Bay?
In Bateau Bay, sunset is at 5:34 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 6:57 PM (Australia/Sydney). Civil twilight ends at 5:59 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Bateau Bay?
Twilight in Bateau Bay lasts approximately 83 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 Bateau Bay?
The earliest sunrise in Bateau Bay in 2026 is at 5:55 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 Bateau Bay?
The latest sunset in Bateau Bay in 2026 is at 8:07 PM on January 1 (Australia/Sydney). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Bateau Bay?
After sunset at 5:34 PM in Bateau Bay, civil twilight ends at 5:59 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 6:57 PM (Australia/Sydney).
What these times mean
Solar times in Bateau Bay 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 Bateau Bay
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Bateau Bay on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:59 AM | 8:06 PM | 14h 07m |
| February | 6:29 AM | 7:46 PM | 13h 17m |
| March | 6:53 AM | 7:12 PM | 12h 19m |
| April | 6:15 AM | 5:32 PM | 11h 16m |
| May | 6:38 AM | 5:02 PM | 10h 25m |
| June | 6:55 AM | 4:53 PM | 9h 57m |
| July | 6:56 AM | 5:04 PM | 10h 08m |
| August | 6:32 AM | 5:24 PM | 10h 52m |
| September | 5:53 AM | 5:45 PM | 11h 52m |
| October | 6:13 AM | 7:06 PM | 12h 53m |
| November | 5:43 AM | 7:34 PM | 13h 50m |
| December | 5:38 AM | 7:59 PM | 14h 21m |