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Sun Times in Cootamundra
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Cootamundra?
Sunrise in Cootamundra on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:33 AM (Australia/Sydney). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Cootamundra?
Sunset in Cootamundra on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 5:45 PM (Australia/Sydney). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Cootamundra?
Morning golden hour in Cootamundra ends at 7:08 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:11 PM.
How long is the day in Cootamundra?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Cootamundra there are 11 hours and 11 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Cootamundra?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Cootamundra at 12:09 PM (Australia/Sydney). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Cootamundra?
In Cootamundra, sunset is at 5:45 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:09 PM (Australia/Sydney). Civil twilight ends at 6:11 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Cootamundra?
Twilight in Cootamundra lasts approximately 84 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 Cootamundra?
The earliest sunrise in Cootamundra in 2026 is at 6:07 AM on October 31 (Australia/Sydney). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Cootamundra?
The latest sunset in Cootamundra in 2026 is at 8:24 PM on January 1 (Australia/Sydney). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Cootamundra?
After sunset at 5:45 PM in Cootamundra, civil twilight ends at 6:11 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:09 PM (Australia/Sydney).
What these times mean
Solar times in Cootamundra 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 Cootamundra
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Cootamundra on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:10 AM | 8:23 PM | 14h 13m |
| February | 6:41 AM | 8:01 PM | 13h 20m |
| March | 7:06 AM | 7:26 PM | 12h 20m |
| April | 6:30 AM | 5:44 PM | 11h 14m |
| May | 6:54 AM | 5:13 PM | 10h 20m |
| June | 7:12 AM | 5:03 PM | 9h 51m |
| July | 7:12 AM | 5:15 PM | 10h 02m |
| August | 6:48 AM | 5:36 PM | 10h 49m |
| September | 6:08 AM | 5:58 PM | 11h 51m |
| October | 6:26 AM | 7:21 PM | 12h 55m |
| November | 5:54 AM | 7:50 PM | 13h 55m |
| December | 5:49 AM | 8:16 PM | 14h 28m |