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Sun Times in Eltham North
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Eltham North?
Sunrise in Eltham North on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 7:03 AM (Australia/Melbourne). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Eltham North?
Sunset in Eltham North on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 5:44 PM (Australia/Melbourne). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Eltham North?
Morning golden hour in Eltham North ends at 7:39 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:08 PM.
How long is the day in Eltham North?
On Sunday, August 16, 2026 in Eltham North there are 10 hours and 41 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Eltham North?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Eltham North 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 Eltham North?
In Eltham North, sunset is at 5:44 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:13 PM (Australia/Melbourne). Civil twilight ends at 6:11 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Eltham North?
Twilight in Eltham North lasts approximately 88 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 Eltham North?
The earliest sunrise in Eltham North in 2026 is at 6:14 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 Eltham North?
The latest sunset in Eltham North in 2026 is at 8:44 PM on December 31 (Australia/Melbourne). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Eltham North?
After sunset at 5:44 PM in Eltham North, civil twilight ends at 6:11 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:13 PM (Australia/Melbourne).
What these times mean
Solar times in Eltham North 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 Eltham North
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Eltham North on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:14 AM | 8:42 PM | 14h 29m |
| February | 6:48 AM | 8:17 PM | 13h 29m |
| March | 7:17 AM | 7:38 PM | 12h 22m |
| April | 6:45 AM | 5:53 PM | 11h 08m |
| May | 7:12 AM | 5:19 PM | 10h 07m |
| June | 7:32 AM | 5:06 PM | 9h 34m |
| July | 7:31 AM | 5:19 PM | 9h 47m |
| August | 7:04 AM | 5:43 PM | 10h 39m |
| September | 6:20 AM | 6:09 PM | 11h 49m |
| October | 6:34 AM | 7:36 PM | 13h 01m |
| November | 5:59 AM | 8:08 PM | 14h 09m |
| December | 5:51 AM | 8:37 PM | 14h 45m |