Sun Times in Central Coast
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Central Coast?
Sunrise in Central Coast on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 6:19 AM (Australia/Sydney). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Central Coast?
Sunset in Central Coast on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 5:33 PM (Australia/Sydney). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Central Coast?
Morning golden hour in Central Coast ends at 6:53 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 4:59 PM.
How long is the day in Central Coast?
On Friday, August 28, 2026 in Central Coast there are 11 hours and 14 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Central Coast?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Central Coast at 11:56 AM (Australia/Sydney). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Central Coast?
In Central Coast, sunset is at 5:33 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 6:56 PM (Australia/Sydney). Civil twilight ends at 5:58 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Central Coast?
Twilight in Central Coast 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 Central Coast?
The earliest sunrise in Central Coast 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 Central Coast?
The latest sunset in Central Coast in 2026 is at 8:08 PM on January 4 (Australia/Sydney). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Central Coast?
After sunset at 5:33 PM in Central Coast, 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 6:56 PM (Australia/Sydney).
What these times mean
Solar times in Central Coast 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 Central Coast
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Central Coast on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:59 AM | 8:07 PM | 14h 07m |
| February | 6:29 AM | 7:46 PM | 13h 17m |
| March | 6:53 AM | 7:12 PM | 12h 19m |
| April | 6:16 AM | 5:32 PM | 11h 16m |
| May | 6:38 AM | 5:02 PM | 10h 25m |
| June | 6:56 AM | 4:53 PM | 9h 57m |
| July | 6:56 AM | 5:04 PM | 10h 08m |
| August | 6:33 AM | 5:25 PM | 10h 52m |
| September | 5:54 AM | 5:45 PM | 11h 52m |
| October | 6:14 AM | 7:07 PM | 12h 53m |
| November | 5:44 AM | 7:34 PM | 13h 50m |
| December | 5:38 AM | 8:00 PM | 14h 21m |
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