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Sun Times in Crescent Head
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Crescent Head?
Sunrise in Crescent Head on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 6:09 AM (Australia/Sydney). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Crescent Head?
Sunset in Crescent Head on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 5:29 PM (Australia/Sydney). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Crescent Head?
Morning golden hour in Crescent Head ends at 6:42 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 4:56 PM.
How long is the day in Crescent Head?
On Friday, August 28, 2026 in Crescent Head there are 11 hours and 20 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Crescent Head?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Crescent Head at 11:49 AM (Australia/Sydney). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Crescent Head?
In Crescent Head, sunset is at 5:29 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 6:50 PM (Australia/Sydney). Civil twilight ends at 5:54 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Crescent Head?
Twilight in Crescent Head lasts approximately 81 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 Crescent Head?
The earliest sunrise in Crescent Head in 2026 is at 5:53 AM on October 30 (Australia/Sydney). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Crescent Head?
The latest sunset in Crescent Head in 2026 is at 7:56 PM on January 4 (Australia/Sydney). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Crescent Head?
After sunset at 5:29 PM in Crescent Head, civil twilight ends at 5:54 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 6:50 PM (Australia/Sydney).
What these times mean
Solar times in Crescent Head 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 Crescent Head
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Crescent Head on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:58 AM | 7:55 PM | 13h 57m |
| February | 6:26 AM | 7:37 PM | 13h 11m |
| March | 6:47 AM | 7:06 PM | 12h 18m |
| April | 6:07 AM | 5:28 PM | 11h 20m |
| May | 6:27 AM | 5:00 PM | 10h 33m |
| June | 6:44 AM | 4:52 PM | 10h 08m |
| July | 6:45 AM | 5:03 PM | 10h 18m |
| August | 6:23 AM | 5:21 PM | 10h 58m |
| September | 5:47 AM | 5:40 PM | 11h 53m |
| October | 6:09 AM | 6:58 PM | 12h 49m |
| November | 5:42 AM | 7:23 PM | 13h 42m |
| December | 5:38 AM | 7:47 PM | 14h 10m |