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Sun Times in Christies Beach
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Christies Beach?
Sunrise in Christies Beach on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 6:45 AM (Australia/Adelaide). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Christies Beach?
Sunset in Christies Beach on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 5:51 PM (Australia/Adelaide). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Christies Beach?
Morning golden hour in Christies Beach ends at 7:19 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:17 PM.
How long is the day in Christies Beach?
On Wednesday, August 26, 2026 in Christies Beach there are 11 hours and 6 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Christies Beach?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Christies Beach at 12:18 PM (Australia/Adelaide). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Christies Beach?
In Christies Beach, sunset is at 5:51 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:16 PM (Australia/Adelaide). Civil twilight ends at 6:17 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Christies Beach?
Twilight in Christies Beach lasts approximately 85 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 Christies Beach?
The earliest sunrise in Christies Beach in 2026 is at 6:15 AM on October 31 (Australia/Adelaide). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Christies Beach?
The latest sunset in Christies Beach in 2026 is at 8:34 PM on January 3 (Australia/Adelaide). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Christies Beach?
After sunset at 5:51 PM in Christies Beach, civil twilight ends at 6:17 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:16 PM (Australia/Adelaide).
What these times mean
Solar times in Christies Beach 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 Christies Beach
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Christies Beach on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:17 AM | 8:33 PM | 14h 16m |
| February | 6:49 AM | 8:10 PM | 13h 21m |
| March | 7:14 AM | 7:34 PM | 12h 20m |
| April | 6:39 AM | 5:52 PM | 11h 13m |
| May | 7:03 AM | 5:21 PM | 10h 18m |
| June | 7:22 AM | 5:10 PM | 9h 48m |
| July | 7:22 AM | 5:22 PM | 10h 00m |
| August | 6:57 AM | 5:44 PM | 10h 47m |
| September | 6:16 AM | 6:07 PM | 11h 51m |
| October | 6:34 AM | 7:30 PM | 12h 56m |
| November | 6:02 AM | 7:59 PM | 13h 58m |
| December | 5:55 AM | 8:26 PM | 14h 30m |