Sun Times in Cranbourne West
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Cranbourne West?
Sunrise in Cranbourne West on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 7:04 AM (Australia/Melbourne). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Cranbourne West?
Sunset in Cranbourne West on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 5:42 PM (Australia/Melbourne). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Cranbourne West?
Morning golden hour in Cranbourne West ends at 7:41 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:05 PM.
How long is the day in Cranbourne West?
On Sunday, August 16, 2026 in Cranbourne West there are 10 hours and 38 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Cranbourne West?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Cranbourne West at 12:23 PM (Australia/Melbourne). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Cranbourne West?
In Cranbourne West, sunset is at 5:42 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:11 PM (Australia/Melbourne). Civil twilight ends at 6:10 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Cranbourne West?
Twilight in Cranbourne West lasts approximately 89 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 Cranbourne West?
The earliest sunrise in Cranbourne West in 2026 is at 6:13 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 Cranbourne West?
The latest sunset in Cranbourne West 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 Cranbourne West?
After sunset at 5:42 PM in Cranbourne West, civil twilight ends at 6:10 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:11 PM (Australia/Melbourne).
What these times mean
Solar times in Cranbourne West 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 Cranbourne West
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Cranbourne West on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:12 AM | 8:43 PM | 14h 31m |
| February | 6:47 AM | 8:17 PM | 13h 30m |
| March | 7:16 AM | 7:38 PM | 12h 22m |
| April | 6:45 AM | 5:52 PM | 11h 07m |
| May | 7:12 AM | 5:17 PM | 10h 05m |
| June | 7:33 AM | 5:05 PM | 9h 32m |
| July | 7:32 AM | 5:17 PM | 9h 45m |
| August | 7:04 AM | 5:42 PM | 10h 38m |
| September | 6:20 AM | 6:09 PM | 11h 49m |
| October | 6:34 AM | 7:36 PM | 13h 02m |
| November | 5:58 AM | 8:09 PM | 14h 11m |
| December | 5:50 AM | 8:37 PM | 14h 48m |
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