Sun Times in Charlestown
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Charlestown?
Sunrise in Charlestown on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:31 AM (Australia/Sydney). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Charlestown?
Sunset in Charlestown on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 5:24 PM (Australia/Sydney). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Charlestown?
Morning golden hour in Charlestown ends at 7:05 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 4:50 PM.
How long is the day in Charlestown?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Charlestown there are 10 hours and 53 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Charlestown?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Charlestown at 11:57 AM (Australia/Sydney). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Charlestown?
In Charlestown, sunset is at 5:24 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 6:48 PM (Australia/Sydney). Civil twilight ends at 5:50 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Charlestown?
Twilight in Charlestown 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 Charlestown?
The earliest sunrise in Charlestown 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 Charlestown?
The latest sunset in Charlestown in 2026 is at 8:05 PM on January 1 (Australia/Sydney). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Charlestown?
After sunset at 5:24 PM in Charlestown, civil twilight ends at 5:50 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 6:48 PM (Australia/Sydney).
What these times mean
Solar times in Charlestown 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 Charlestown
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Charlestown on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:59 AM | 8:04 PM | 14h 05m |
| February | 6:29 AM | 7:44 PM | 13h 16m |
| March | 6:52 AM | 7:11 PM | 12h 19m |
| April | 6:14 AM | 5:31 PM | 11h 17m |
| May | 6:36 AM | 5:02 PM | 10h 26m |
| June | 6:54 AM | 4:53 PM | 9h 59m |
| July | 6:54 AM | 5:04 PM | 10h 10m |
| August | 6:31 AM | 5:24 PM | 10h 53m |
| September | 5:52 AM | 5:44 PM | 11h 52m |
| October | 6:13 AM | 7:05 PM | 12h 52m |
| November | 5:43 AM | 7:32 PM | 13h 49m |
| December | 5:38 AM | 7:57 PM | 14h 19m |
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