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Sun Times in Cockburn Central
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Cockburn Central?
Sunrise in Cockburn Central on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 6:52 AM (Australia/Perth). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Cockburn Central?
Sunset in Cockburn Central on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 5:49 PM (Australia/Perth). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Cockburn Central?
Morning golden hour in Cockburn Central ends at 7:26 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:15 PM.
How long is the day in Cockburn Central?
On Monday, August 17, 2026 in Cockburn Central there are 10 hours and 57 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Cockburn Central?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Cockburn Central at 12:20 PM (Australia/Perth). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Cockburn Central?
In Cockburn Central, sunset is at 5:49 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:12 PM (Australia/Perth). Civil twilight ends at 6:15 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Cockburn Central?
Twilight in Cockburn Central 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 Cockburn Central?
The earliest sunrise in Cockburn Central in 2026 is at 5:02 AM on December 2 (Australia/Perth). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Cockburn Central?
The latest sunset in Cockburn Central in 2026 is at 7:27 PM on January 6 (Australia/Perth). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Cockburn Central?
After sunset at 5:49 PM in Cockburn Central, civil twilight ends at 6:15 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:12 PM (Australia/Perth).
What these times mean
Solar times in Cockburn Central 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 Cockburn Central
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Cockburn Central on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:25 AM | 7:26 PM | 14h 01m |
| February | 5:53 AM | 7:07 PM | 13h 13m |
| March | 6:16 AM | 6:34 PM | 12h 19m |
| April | 6:37 AM | 5:55 PM | 11h 18m |
| May | 6:58 AM | 5:27 PM | 10h 29m |
| June | 7:15 AM | 5:18 PM | 10h 03m |
| July | 7:15 AM | 5:29 PM | 10h 14m |
| August | 6:53 AM | 5:49 PM | 10h 56m |
| September | 6:15 AM | 6:08 PM | 11h 52m |
| October | 5:37 AM | 6:28 PM | 12h 51m |
| November | 5:08 AM | 6:54 PM | 13h 45m |
| December | 5:04 AM | 7:18 PM | 14h 14m |