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Sun Times in Forster
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Forster?
Sunrise in Forster on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 6:13 AM (Australia/Sydney). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Forster?
Sunset in Forster on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 5:30 PM (Australia/Sydney). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Forster?
Morning golden hour in Forster ends at 6:46 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 4:56 PM.
How long is the day in Forster?
On Friday, August 28, 2026 in Forster there are 11 hours and 16 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Forster?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Forster at 11:51 AM (Australia/Sydney). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Forster?
In Forster, sunset is at 5:30 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 6:51 PM (Australia/Sydney). Civil twilight ends at 5:54 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Forster?
Twilight in Forster lasts approximately 82 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 Forster?
The earliest sunrise in Forster 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 Forster?
The latest sunset in Forster in 2026 is at 8:00 PM on January 3 (Australia/Sydney). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Forster?
After sunset at 5:30 PM in Forster, civil twilight ends at 5:54 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 6:51 PM (Australia/Sydney).
What these times mean
Solar times in Forster 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 Forster
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Forster on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:58 AM | 7:59 PM | 14h 02m |
| February | 6:27 AM | 7:40 PM | 13h 13m |
| March | 6:49 AM | 7:08 PM | 12h 19m |
| April | 6:10 AM | 5:29 PM | 11h 18m |
| May | 6:31 AM | 5:00 PM | 10h 29m |
| June | 6:48 AM | 4:51 PM | 10h 03m |
| July | 6:49 AM | 5:02 PM | 10h 14m |
| August | 6:26 AM | 5:22 PM | 10h 55m |
| September | 5:49 AM | 5:41 PM | 11h 52m |
| October | 6:10 AM | 7:01 PM | 12h 51m |
| November | 5:41 AM | 7:27 PM | 13h 46m |
| December | 5:37 AM | 7:52 PM | 14h 15m |