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Sun Times in Clifton Beach
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Clifton Beach?
Sunrise in Clifton Beach on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 6:28 AM (Australia/Brisbane). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Clifton Beach?
Sunset in Clifton Beach on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 6:10 PM (Australia/Brisbane). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Clifton Beach?
Morning golden hour in Clifton Beach ends at 6:57 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:40 PM.
How long is the day in Clifton Beach?
On Wednesday, August 26, 2026 in Clifton Beach there are 11 hours and 41 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Clifton Beach?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Clifton Beach at 12:19 PM (Australia/Brisbane). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Clifton Beach?
In Clifton Beach, sunset is at 6:10 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:22 PM (Australia/Brisbane). Civil twilight ends at 6:32 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Clifton Beach?
Twilight in Clifton Beach lasts approximately 72 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 Clifton Beach?
The earliest sunrise in Clifton Beach in 2026 is at 5:34 AM on November 16 (Australia/Brisbane). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Clifton Beach?
The latest sunset in Clifton Beach in 2026 is at 6:57 PM on January 14 (Australia/Brisbane). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Clifton Beach?
After sunset at 6:10 PM in Clifton Beach, civil twilight ends at 6:32 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:22 PM (Australia/Brisbane).
What these times mean
Solar times in Clifton 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 Clifton Beach
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Clifton Beach on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:55 AM | 6:57 PM | 13h 01m |
| February | 6:12 AM | 6:50 PM | 12h 38m |
| March | 6:20 AM | 6:32 PM | 12h 12m |
| April | 6:25 AM | 6:08 PM | 11h 43m |
| May | 6:33 AM | 5:53 PM | 11h 20m |
| June | 6:43 AM | 5:51 PM | 11h 08m |
| July | 6:46 AM | 5:59 PM | 11h 13m |
| August | 6:35 AM | 6:08 PM | 11h 32m |
| September | 6:13 AM | 6:12 PM | 11h 59m |
| October | 5:49 AM | 6:17 PM | 12h 28m |
| November | 5:35 AM | 6:28 PM | 12h 54m |
| December | 5:38 AM | 6:45 PM | 13h 07m |