Sun Times in Darwin
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Darwin?
Sunrise in Darwin on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 8:04 AM (America/Argentina/Salta). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Darwin?
Sunset in Darwin on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:49 PM (America/Argentina/Salta). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Darwin?
Morning golden hour in Darwin ends at 8:41 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:11 PM.
How long is the day in Darwin?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Darwin there are 10 hours and 44 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Darwin?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Darwin at 1:26 PM (America/Argentina/Salta). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Darwin?
In Darwin, sunset is at 6:49 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:19 PM (America/Argentina/Salta). Civil twilight ends at 7:16 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Darwin?
Twilight in Darwin lasts approximately 90 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 Darwin?
The earliest sunrise in Darwin in 2026 is at 5:49 AM on December 6 (America/Argentina/Salta). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Darwin?
The latest sunset in Darwin in 2026 is at 8:52 PM on December 29 (America/Argentina/Salta). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Darwin?
After sunset at 6:49 PM in Darwin, civil twilight ends at 7:16 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:19 PM (America/Argentina/Salta).
What these times mean
Solar times in Darwin 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 Darwin
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Darwin on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:14 AM | 8:50 PM | 14h 36m |
| February | 6:50 AM | 8:22 PM | 13h 32m |
| March | 7:20 AM | 7:42 PM | 12h 21m |
| April | 7:51 AM | 6:54 PM | 11h 03m |
| May | 8:19 AM | 6:18 PM | 9h 59m |
| June | 8:40 AM | 6:06 PM | 9h 25m |
| July | 8:38 AM | 6:19 PM | 9h 40m |
| August | 8:09 AM | 6:45 PM | 10h 36m |
| September | 7:23 AM | 7:13 PM | 11h 50m |
| October | 6:36 AM | 7:42 PM | 13h 06m |
| November | 5:59 AM | 8:16 PM | 14h 17m |
| December | 5:50 AM | 8:45 PM | 14h 55m |
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