Sun Times in Hastings
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Hastings?
Sunrise in Hastings on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 7:02 AM (Australia/Melbourne). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Hastings?
Sunset in Hastings on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 5:44 PM (Australia/Melbourne). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Hastings?
Morning golden hour in Hastings ends at 7:39 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:07 PM.
How long is the day in Hastings?
On Monday, August 17, 2026 in Hastings there are 10 hours and 41 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Hastings?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Hastings at 12:23 PM (Australia/Melbourne). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Hastings?
In Hastings, sunset is at 5:44 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:13 PM (Australia/Melbourne). Civil twilight ends at 6:11 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Hastings?
Twilight in Hastings 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 Hastings?
The earliest sunrise in Hastings in 2026 is at 6:13 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 Hastings?
The latest sunset in Hastings in 2026 is at 8:46 PM on January 2 (Australia/Melbourne). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Hastings?
After sunset at 5:44 PM in Hastings, civil twilight ends at 6:11 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:13 PM (Australia/Melbourne).
What these times mean
Solar times in Hastings 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 Hastings
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Hastings on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:12 AM | 8:44 PM | 14h 32m |
| February | 6:47 AM | 8:18 PM | 13h 31m |
| March | 7:16 AM | 7:39 PM | 12h 22m |
| April | 6:45 AM | 5:52 PM | 11h 06m |
| May | 7:13 AM | 5:17 PM | 10h 04m |
| June | 7:34 AM | 5:05 PM | 9h 31m |
| July | 7:33 AM | 5:17 PM | 9h 44m |
| August | 7:05 AM | 5:42 PM | 10h 37m |
| September | 6:20 AM | 6:09 PM | 11h 49m |
| October | 6:34 AM | 7:36 PM | 13h 03m |
| November | 5:58 AM | 8:09 PM | 14h 12m |
| December | 5:49 AM | 8:38 PM | 14h 49m |
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