Sun Times in Cockatoo
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Cockatoo?
Sunrise in Cockatoo on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:48 AM (Australia/Melbourne). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Cockatoo?
Sunset in Cockatoo on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 5:51 PM (Australia/Melbourne). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Cockatoo?
Morning golden hour in Cockatoo ends at 7:24 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:15 PM.
How long is the day in Cockatoo?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Cockatoo there are 11 hours and 2 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Cockatoo?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Cockatoo at 12:19 PM (Australia/Melbourne). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Cockatoo?
In Cockatoo, sunset is at 5:51 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:19 PM (Australia/Melbourne). Civil twilight ends at 6:18 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Cockatoo?
Twilight in Cockatoo lasts approximately 88 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 Cockatoo?
The earliest sunrise in Cockatoo in 2026 is at 6:12 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 Cockatoo?
The latest sunset in Cockatoo in 2026 is at 8:43 PM on December 29 (Australia/Melbourne). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Cockatoo?
After sunset at 5:51 PM in Cockatoo, civil twilight ends at 6:18 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:19 PM (Australia/Melbourne).
What these times mean
Solar times in Cockatoo 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 Cockatoo
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Cockatoo on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:12 AM | 8:42 PM | 14h 30m |
| February | 6:46 AM | 8:16 PM | 13h 30m |
| March | 7:15 AM | 7:37 PM | 12h 22m |
| April | 6:44 AM | 5:51 PM | 11h 07m |
| May | 7:11 AM | 5:17 PM | 10h 06m |
| June | 7:32 AM | 5:04 PM | 9h 33m |
| July | 7:31 AM | 5:17 PM | 9h 46m |
| August | 7:03 AM | 5:42 PM | 10h 39m |
| September | 6:19 AM | 6:08 PM | 11h 49m |
| October | 6:33 AM | 7:35 PM | 13h 02m |
| November | 5:57 AM | 8:07 PM | 14h 10m |
| December | 5:49 AM | 8:36 PM | 14h 47m |
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