Sun Times in Geelong West
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Geelong West?
Sunrise in Geelong West on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 7:08 AM (Australia/Melbourne). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Geelong West?
Sunset in Geelong West on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 5:46 PM (Australia/Melbourne). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Geelong West?
Morning golden hour in Geelong West ends at 7:45 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:09 PM.
How long is the day in Geelong West?
On Sunday, August 16, 2026 in Geelong West there are 10 hours and 37 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Geelong West?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Geelong West at 12:27 PM (Australia/Melbourne). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Geelong West?
In Geelong West, sunset is at 5:46 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:15 PM (Australia/Melbourne). Civil twilight ends at 6:13 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Geelong West?
Twilight in Geelong West lasts approximately 89 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 Geelong West?
The earliest sunrise in Geelong West in 2026 is at 6:16 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 Geelong West?
The latest sunset in Geelong West in 2026 is at 8:49 PM on January 3 (Australia/Melbourne). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Geelong West?
After sunset at 5:46 PM in Geelong West, civil twilight ends at 6:13 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:15 PM (Australia/Melbourne).
What these times mean
Solar times in Geelong West 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 Geelong West
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Geelong West on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:16 AM | 8:47 PM | 14h 31m |
| February | 6:51 AM | 8:21 PM | 13h 30m |
| March | 7:20 AM | 7:42 PM | 12h 22m |
| April | 6:49 AM | 5:55 PM | 11h 07m |
| May | 7:16 AM | 5:21 PM | 10h 05m |
| June | 7:37 AM | 5:08 PM | 9h 32m |
| July | 7:36 AM | 5:21 PM | 9h 45m |
| August | 7:08 AM | 5:46 PM | 10h 38m |
| September | 6:23 AM | 6:12 PM | 11h 49m |
| October | 6:37 AM | 7:39 PM | 13h 02m |
| November | 6:01 AM | 8:12 PM | 14h 11m |
| December | 5:53 AM | 8:41 PM | 14h 48m |
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