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Sun Times in Koonawarra
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Koonawarra?
Sunrise in Koonawarra on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 6:35 AM (Australia/Sydney). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Koonawarra?
Sunset in Koonawarra on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 5:26 PM (Australia/Sydney). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Koonawarra?
Morning golden hour in Koonawarra ends at 7:10 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 4:51 PM.
How long is the day in Koonawarra?
On Monday, August 17, 2026 in Koonawarra there are 10 hours and 50 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Koonawarra?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Koonawarra at 12:01 PM (Australia/Sydney). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Koonawarra?
In Koonawarra, sunset is at 5:26 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 6:51 PM (Australia/Sydney). Civil twilight ends at 5:52 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Koonawarra?
Twilight in Koonawarra lasts approximately 85 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 Koonawarra?
The earliest sunrise in Koonawarra in 2026 is at 5:56 AM on October 31 (Australia/Sydney). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Koonawarra?
The latest sunset in Koonawarra in 2026 is at 8:13 PM on January 4 (Australia/Sydney). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Koonawarra?
After sunset at 5:26 PM in Koonawarra, civil twilight ends at 5:52 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 6:51 PM (Australia/Sydney).
What these times mean
Solar times in Koonawarra 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 Koonawarra
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Koonawarra on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:59 AM | 8:12 PM | 14h 13m |
| February | 6:30 AM | 7:50 PM | 13h 20m |
| March | 6:55 AM | 7:15 PM | 12h 20m |
| April | 6:19 AM | 5:33 PM | 11h 14m |
| May | 6:42 AM | 5:03 PM | 10h 20m |
| June | 7:01 AM | 4:52 PM | 9h 52m |
| July | 7:01 AM | 5:04 PM | 10h 03m |
| August | 6:37 AM | 5:26 PM | 10h 49m |
| September | 5:56 AM | 5:47 PM | 11h 51m |
| October | 6:15 AM | 7:10 PM | 12h 55m |
| November | 5:44 AM | 7:38 PM | 13h 55m |
| December | 5:38 AM | 8:05 PM | 14h 27m |