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Sun Times in Broadmeadows
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Broadmeadows?
Sunrise in Broadmeadows on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 6:46 AM (Australia/Melbourne). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Broadmeadows?
Sunset in Broadmeadows on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 5:56 PM (Australia/Melbourne). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Broadmeadows?
Morning golden hour in Broadmeadows ends at 7:22 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:20 PM.
How long is the day in Broadmeadows?
On Saturday, August 29, 2026 in Broadmeadows there are 11 hours and 9 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Broadmeadows?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Broadmeadows at 12:21 PM (Australia/Melbourne). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Broadmeadows?
In Broadmeadows, sunset is at 5:56 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:23 PM (Australia/Melbourne). Civil twilight ends at 6:23 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Broadmeadows?
Twilight in Broadmeadows lasts approximately 87 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 Broadmeadows?
The earliest sunrise in Broadmeadows in 2026 is at 6:15 AM on October 31 (Australia/Melbourne). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Broadmeadows?
The latest sunset in Broadmeadows in 2026 is at 8:45 PM on December 31 (Australia/Melbourne). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Broadmeadows?
After sunset at 5:56 PM in Broadmeadows, civil twilight ends at 6:23 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:23 PM (Australia/Melbourne).
What these times mean
Solar times in Broadmeadows 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 Broadmeadows
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Broadmeadows on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:15 AM | 8:43 PM | 14h 29m |
| February | 6:49 AM | 8:18 PM | 13h 29m |
| March | 7:18 AM | 7:39 PM | 12h 22m |
| April | 6:46 AM | 5:54 PM | 11h 08m |
| May | 7:13 AM | 5:19 PM | 10h 07m |
| June | 7:33 AM | 5:07 PM | 9h 34m |
| July | 7:32 AM | 5:20 PM | 9h 48m |
| August | 7:05 AM | 5:44 PM | 10h 39m |
| September | 6:21 AM | 6:10 PM | 11h 49m |
| October | 6:35 AM | 7:37 PM | 13h 01m |
| November | 6:00 AM | 8:09 PM | 14h 09m |
| December | 5:52 AM | 8:37 PM | 14h 45m |