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Sun Times in East Ballina
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in East Ballina?
Sunrise in East Ballina on Friday, September 25, 2026 is at 5:32 AM (Australia/Sydney). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in East Ballina?
Sunset in East Ballina on Friday, September 25, 2026 is at 5:43 PM (Australia/Sydney). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in East Ballina?
Morning golden hour in East Ballina ends at 6:03 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:11 PM.
How long is the day in East Ballina?
On Friday, September 25, 2026 in East Ballina there are 12 hours and 10 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in East Ballina?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in East Ballina at 11:37 AM (Australia/Sydney). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in East Ballina?
In East Ballina, sunset is at 5:43 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:02 PM (Australia/Sydney). Civil twilight ends at 6:06 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in East Ballina?
Twilight in East Ballina lasts approximately 79 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 East Ballina?
The earliest sunrise in East Ballina in 2026 is at 5:53 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 East Ballina?
The latest sunset in East Ballina in 2026 is at 7:48 PM on January 4 (Australia/Sydney). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in East Ballina?
After sunset at 5:43 PM in East Ballina, civil twilight ends at 6:06 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:02 PM (Australia/Sydney).
What these times mean
Solar times in East Ballina 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 East Ballina
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in East Ballina on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:01 AM | 7:48 PM | 13h 47m |
| February | 6:27 AM | 7:32 PM | 13h 05m |
| March | 6:45 AM | 7:03 PM | 12h 17m |
| April | 6:03 AM | 5:27 PM | 11h 24m |
| May | 6:21 AM | 5:02 PM | 10h 41m |
| June | 6:36 AM | 4:55 PM | 10h 19m |
| July | 6:37 AM | 5:05 PM | 10h 28m |
| August | 6:18 AM | 5:22 PM | 11h 04m |
| September | 5:44 AM | 5:38 PM | 11h 54m |
| October | 6:09 AM | 6:54 PM | 12h 45m |
| November | 5:43 AM | 7:16 PM | 13h 33m |
| December | 5:41 AM | 7:39 PM | 13h 58m |