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Sun Times in Gladstone Central
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Gladstone Central?
Sunrise in Gladstone Central on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 6:19 AM (Australia/Brisbane). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Gladstone Central?
Sunset in Gladstone Central on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 5:38 PM (Australia/Brisbane). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Gladstone Central?
Morning golden hour in Gladstone Central ends at 6:50 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:07 PM.
How long is the day in Gladstone Central?
On Monday, August 17, 2026 in Gladstone Central there are 11 hours and 18 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Gladstone Central?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Gladstone Central at 11:59 AM (Australia/Brisbane). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Gladstone Central?
In Gladstone Central, sunset is at 5:38 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 6:55 PM (Australia/Brisbane). Civil twilight ends at 6:01 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Gladstone Central?
Twilight in Gladstone Central lasts approximately 76 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 Gladstone Central?
The earliest sunrise in Gladstone Central in 2026 is at 4:59 AM on November 22 (Australia/Brisbane). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Gladstone Central?
The latest sunset in Gladstone Central in 2026 is at 6:47 PM on January 7 (Australia/Brisbane). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Gladstone Central?
After sunset at 5:38 PM in Gladstone Central, civil twilight ends at 6:01 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 6:55 PM (Australia/Brisbane).
What these times mean
Solar times in Gladstone Central 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 Gladstone Central
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Gladstone Central on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:20 AM | 6:47 PM | 13h 27m |
| February | 5:42 AM | 6:35 PM | 12h 53m |
| March | 5:56 AM | 6:11 PM | 12h 15m |
| April | 6:08 AM | 5:41 PM | 11h 33m |
| May | 6:22 AM | 5:20 PM | 10h 58m |
| June | 6:35 AM | 5:15 PM | 10h 40m |
| July | 6:37 AM | 5:24 PM | 10h 48m |
| August | 6:21 AM | 5:38 PM | 11h 17m |
| September | 5:52 AM | 5:48 PM | 11h 56m |
| October | 5:22 AM | 5:59 PM | 12h 37m |
| November | 5:01 AM | 6:17 PM | 13h 16m |
| December | 5:01 AM | 6:37 PM | 13h 36m |