Sun Times in Hotham Heights
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Hotham Heights?
Sunrise in Hotham Heights on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:51 AM (Australia/Melbourne). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Hotham Heights?
Sunset in Hotham Heights on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 5:39 PM (Australia/Melbourne). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Hotham Heights?
Morning golden hour in Hotham Heights ends at 7:27 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:03 PM.
How long is the day in Hotham Heights?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Hotham Heights there are 10 hours and 47 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Hotham Heights?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Hotham Heights at 12:15 PM (Australia/Melbourne). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Hotham Heights?
In Hotham Heights, sunset is at 5:39 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:06 PM (Australia/Melbourne). Civil twilight ends at 6:06 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Hotham Heights?
Twilight in Hotham Heights lasts approximately 87 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 Hotham Heights?
The earliest sunrise in Hotham Heights in 2026 is at 6:07 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 Hotham Heights?
The latest sunset in Hotham Heights in 2026 is at 8:34 PM on December 31 (Australia/Melbourne). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Hotham Heights?
After sunset at 5:39 PM in Hotham Heights, civil twilight ends at 6:06 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:06 PM (Australia/Melbourne).
What these times mean
Solar times in Hotham Heights 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 Hotham Heights
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Hotham Heights on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:07 AM | 8:33 PM | 14h 25m |
| February | 6:41 AM | 8:08 PM | 13h 27m |
| March | 7:09 AM | 7:30 PM | 12h 21m |
| April | 6:36 AM | 5:45 PM | 11h 09m |
| May | 7:02 AM | 5:12 PM | 10h 10m |
| June | 7:22 AM | 5:00 PM | 9h 38m |
| July | 7:21 AM | 5:13 PM | 9h 51m |
| August | 6:55 AM | 5:36 PM | 10h 42m |
| September | 6:12 AM | 6:01 PM | 11h 50m |
| October | 6:27 AM | 7:27 PM | 13h 00m |
| November | 5:53 AM | 7:59 PM | 14h 06m |
| December | 5:45 AM | 8:26 PM | 14h 41m |
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