Sun Times in George Town
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in George Town?
Sunrise in George Town on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 7:00 AM (Australia/Hobart). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in George Town?
Sunset in George Town on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 5:33 PM (Australia/Hobart). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in George Town?
Morning golden hour in George Town ends at 7:39 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 4:54 PM.
How long is the day in George Town?
On Monday, August 17, 2026 in George Town there are 10 hours and 32 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in George Town?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in George Town at 12:16 PM (Australia/Hobart). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in George Town?
In George Town, sunset is at 5:33 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:06 PM (Australia/Hobart). Civil twilight ends at 6:01 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in George Town?
Twilight in George Town lasts approximately 93 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 George Town?
The earliest sunrise in George Town in 2026 is at 6:01 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 George Town?
The latest sunset in George Town in 2026 is at 8:48 PM on December 30 (Australia/Hobart). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in George Town?
After sunset at 5:33 PM in George Town, civil twilight ends at 6:01 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:06 PM (Australia/Hobart).
What these times mean
Solar times in George Town 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 George Town
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in George Town on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:57 AM | 8:45 PM | 14h 48m |
| February | 6:36 AM | 8:16 PM | 13h 40m |
| March | 7:09 AM | 7:33 PM | 12h 24m |
| April | 6:42 AM | 5:42 PM | 11h 00m |
| May | 7:13 AM | 5:04 PM | 9h 51m |
| June | 7:36 AM | 4:50 PM | 9h 14m |
| July | 7:34 AM | 5:03 PM | 9h 29m |
| August | 7:03 AM | 5:31 PM | 10h 28m |
| September | 6:14 AM | 6:02 PM | 11h 47m |
| October | 6:24 AM | 7:33 PM | 13h 09m |
| November | 5:44 AM | 8:10 PM | 14h 25m |
| December | 5:34 AM | 8:41 PM | 15h 07m |
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