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Sun Times in Franklin
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Franklin?
Sunrise in Franklin on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 6:46 AM (Australia/Hobart). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Franklin?
Sunset in Franklin on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 5:41 PM (Australia/Hobart). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Franklin?
Morning golden hour in Franklin ends at 7:24 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:02 PM.
How long is the day in Franklin?
On Saturday, August 29, 2026 in Franklin there are 10 hours and 55 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Franklin?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Franklin at 12:13 PM (Australia/Hobart). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Franklin?
In Franklin, sunset is at 5:41 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:15 PM (Australia/Hobart). Civil twilight ends at 6:10 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Franklin?
Twilight in Franklin lasts approximately 95 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 Franklin?
The earliest sunrise in Franklin in 2026 is at 5:56 AM on October 31 (Australia/Hobart). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Franklin?
The latest sunset in Franklin in 2026 is at 8:54 PM on December 29 (Australia/Hobart). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Franklin?
After sunset at 5:41 PM in Franklin, civil twilight ends at 6:10 PM — about 29 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:15 PM (Australia/Hobart).
What these times mean
Solar times in Franklin 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 Franklin
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Franklin on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:50 AM | 8:51 PM | 15h 00m |
| February | 6:32 AM | 8:19 PM | 13h 47m |
| March | 7:07 AM | 7:33 PM | 12h 25m |
| April | 6:44 AM | 5:39 PM | 10h 55m |
| May | 7:17 AM | 4:58 PM | 9h 41m |
| June | 7:41 AM | 4:42 PM | 9h 01m |
| July | 7:39 AM | 4:56 PM | 9h 17m |
| August | 7:06 AM | 5:27 PM | 10h 21m |
| September | 6:14 AM | 6:00 PM | 11h 46m |
| October | 6:21 AM | 7:34 PM | 13h 13m |
| November | 5:38 AM | 8:14 PM | 14h 36m |
| December | 5:26 AM | 8:47 PM | 15h 21m |