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Sun Times in Caulfield East
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Caulfield East?
Sunrise in Caulfield East on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 7:06 AM (Australia/Melbourne). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Caulfield East?
Sunset in Caulfield East on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 5:43 PM (Australia/Melbourne). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Caulfield East?
Morning golden hour in Caulfield East ends at 7:43 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:06 PM.
How long is the day in Caulfield East?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Caulfield East there are 10 hours and 36 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Caulfield East?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Caulfield East at 12:24 PM (Australia/Melbourne). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Caulfield East?
In Caulfield East, sunset is at 5:43 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:12 PM (Australia/Melbourne). Civil twilight ends at 6:10 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Caulfield East?
Twilight in Caulfield East lasts approximately 89 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 Caulfield East?
The earliest sunrise in Caulfield East in 2026 is at 6:14 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 Caulfield East?
The latest sunset in Caulfield East 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 Caulfield East?
After sunset at 5:43 PM in Caulfield East, civil twilight ends at 6:10 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:12 PM (Australia/Melbourne).
What these times mean
Solar times in Caulfield East 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 Caulfield East
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Caulfield East on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:14 AM | 8:43 PM | 14h 30m |
| February | 6:48 AM | 8:18 PM | 13h 30m |
| March | 7:17 AM | 7:39 PM | 12h 22m |
| April | 6:46 AM | 5:53 PM | 11h 07m |
| May | 7:12 AM | 5:19 PM | 10h 06m |
| June | 7:33 AM | 5:06 PM | 9h 33m |
| July | 7:32 AM | 5:19 PM | 9h 47m |
| August | 7:05 AM | 5:44 PM | 10h 39m |
| September | 6:20 AM | 6:10 PM | 11h 49m |
| October | 6:35 AM | 7:36 PM | 13h 02m |
| November | 5:59 AM | 8:09 PM | 14h 10m |
| December | 5:51 AM | 8:38 PM | 14h 46m |