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Sun Times in Caulfield South
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Caulfield South?
Sunrise in Caulfield South on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 7:02 AM (Australia/Melbourne). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Caulfield South?
Sunset in Caulfield South on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 5:45 PM (Australia/Melbourne). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Caulfield South?
Morning golden hour in Caulfield South ends at 7:39 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:09 PM.
How long is the day in Caulfield South?
On Monday, August 17, 2026 in Caulfield South there are 10 hours and 42 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Caulfield South?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Caulfield South 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 South?
In Caulfield South, sunset is at 5:45 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:14 PM (Australia/Melbourne). Civil twilight ends at 6:12 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Caulfield South?
Twilight in Caulfield South 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 South?
The earliest sunrise in Caulfield South 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 South?
The latest sunset in Caulfield South in 2026 is at 8:45 PM on December 30 (Australia/Melbourne). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Caulfield South?
After sunset at 5:45 PM in Caulfield South, civil twilight ends at 6:12 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:14 PM (Australia/Melbourne).
What these times mean
Solar times in Caulfield South 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 South
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Caulfield South 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 | 7:13 AM | 5:19 PM | 10h 06m |
| June | 7:33 AM | 5:06 PM | 9h 33m |
| July | 7:32 AM | 5:19 PM | 9h 46m |
| 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 |