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Sun Times in Deakin
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Deakin?
Sunrise in Deakin on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:30 AM (Australia/Sydney). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Deakin?
Sunset in Deakin on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 5:40 PM (Australia/Sydney). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Deakin?
Morning golden hour in Deakin ends at 7:04 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:06 PM.
How long is the day in Deakin?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Deakin there are 11 hours and 10 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Deakin?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Deakin at 12:05 PM (Australia/Sydney). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Deakin?
In Deakin, sunset is at 5:40 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:05 PM (Australia/Sydney). Civil twilight ends at 6:06 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Deakin?
Twilight in Deakin lasts approximately 85 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 Deakin?
The earliest sunrise in Deakin in 2026 is at 6:02 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 Deakin?
The latest sunset in Deakin in 2026 is at 8:22 PM on January 4 (Australia/Sydney). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Deakin?
After sunset at 5:40 PM in Deakin, civil twilight ends at 6:06 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:05 PM (Australia/Sydney).
What these times mean
Solar times in Deakin 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 Deakin
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Deakin on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:04 AM | 8:20 PM | 14h 17m |
| February | 6:36 AM | 7:58 PM | 13h 22m |
| March | 7:02 AM | 7:22 PM | 12h 20m |
| April | 6:27 AM | 5:39 PM | 11h 12m |
| May | 6:51 AM | 5:08 PM | 10h 17m |
| June | 7:10 AM | 4:57 PM | 9h 47m |
| July | 7:10 AM | 5:09 PM | 9h 59m |
| August | 6:45 AM | 5:31 PM | 10h 47m |
| September | 6:03 AM | 5:54 PM | 11h 51m |
| October | 6:21 AM | 7:18 PM | 12h 57m |
| November | 5:49 AM | 7:47 PM | 13h 58m |
| December | 5:42 AM | 8:14 PM | 14h 31m |