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Sun Times in Chain Valley Bay
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Chain Valley Bay?
Sunrise in Chain Valley Bay on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 6:10 AM (Australia/Sydney). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Chain Valley Bay?
Sunset in Chain Valley Bay on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 5:36 PM (Australia/Sydney). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Chain Valley Bay?
Morning golden hour in Chain Valley Bay ends at 6:44 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:03 PM.
How long is the day in Chain Valley Bay?
On Thursday, September 3, 2026 in Chain Valley Bay there are 11 hours and 25 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Chain Valley Bay?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Chain Valley Bay at 11:53 AM (Australia/Sydney). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Chain Valley Bay?
In Chain Valley Bay, sunset is at 5:36 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 6:59 PM (Australia/Sydney). Civil twilight ends at 6:01 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Chain Valley Bay?
Twilight in Chain Valley Bay lasts approximately 82 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 Chain Valley Bay?
The earliest sunrise in Chain Valley 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 Chain Valley Bay?
The latest sunset in Chain Valley Bay in 2026 is at 8:06 PM on January 1 (Australia/Sydney). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Chain Valley Bay?
After sunset at 5:36 PM in Chain Valley Bay, civil twilight ends at 6:01 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 6:59 PM (Australia/Sydney).
What these times mean
Solar times in Chain Valley 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 Chain Valley Bay
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Chain Valley Bay on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:59 AM | 8:05 PM | 14h 06m |
| February | 6:29 AM | 7:45 PM | 13h 16m |
| March | 6:52 AM | 7:12 PM | 12h 19m |
| April | 6:15 AM | 5:31 PM | 11h 17m |
| May | 6:37 AM | 5:02 PM | 10h 26m |
| June | 6:54 AM | 4:53 PM | 9h 58m |
| July | 6:55 AM | 5:04 PM | 10h 09m |
| August | 6:32 AM | 5:24 PM | 10h 53m |
| September | 5:53 AM | 5:45 PM | 11h 52m |
| October | 6:13 AM | 7:06 PM | 12h 53m |
| November | 5:43 AM | 7:33 PM | 13h 49m |
| December | 5:38 AM | 7:58 PM | 14h 20m |