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Sun Times in Clayton South
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Clayton South?
Sunrise in Clayton South on Monday, September 14, 2026 is at 6:23 AM (Australia/Melbourne). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Clayton South?
Sunset in Clayton South on Monday, September 14, 2026 is at 6:08 PM (Australia/Melbourne). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Clayton South?
Morning golden hour in Clayton South ends at 6:58 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:33 PM.
How long is the day in Clayton South?
On Monday, September 14, 2026 in Clayton South there are 11 hours and 44 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Clayton South?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Clayton South at 12:15 PM (Australia/Melbourne). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Clayton South?
In Clayton South, sunset is at 6:08 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:35 PM (Australia/Melbourne). Civil twilight ends at 6:34 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Clayton South?
Twilight in Clayton South lasts approximately 87 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 Clayton South?
The earliest sunrise in Clayton 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 Clayton South?
The latest sunset in Clayton South in 2026 is at 8:45 PM on January 1 (Australia/Melbourne). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Clayton South?
After sunset at 6:08 PM in Clayton South, civil twilight ends at 6:34 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:35 PM (Australia/Melbourne).
What these times mean
Solar times in Clayton 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 Clayton South
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Clayton South on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:13 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 | 6:45 AM | 5:52 PM | 11h 07m |
| May | 7:12 AM | 5:18 PM | 10h 06m |
| June | 7:33 AM | 5:06 PM | 9h 33m |
| July | 7:32 AM | 5:18 PM | 9h 46m |
| August | 7:05 AM | 5:43 PM | 10h 39m |
| September | 6:20 AM | 6:09 PM | 11h 49m |
| October | 6:34 AM | 7:36 PM | 13h 02m |
| November | 5:59 AM | 8:09 PM | 14h 10m |
| December | 5:51 AM | 8:37 PM | 14h 47m |