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Sun Times in Kuranda
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Kuranda?
Sunrise in Kuranda on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:28 AM (Australia/Brisbane). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Kuranda?
Sunset in Kuranda on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:10 PM (Australia/Brisbane). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Kuranda?
Morning golden hour in Kuranda ends at 6:57 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:41 PM.
How long is the day in Kuranda?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Kuranda there are 11 hours and 42 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Kuranda?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Kuranda at 12:19 PM (Australia/Brisbane). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Kuranda?
In Kuranda, sunset is at 6:10 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:22 PM (Australia/Brisbane). Civil twilight ends at 6:32 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Kuranda?
Twilight in Kuranda lasts approximately 72 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 Kuranda?
The earliest sunrise in Kuranda in 2026 is at 5:34 AM on November 17 (Australia/Brisbane). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Kuranda?
The latest sunset in Kuranda in 2026 is at 6:57 PM on January 13 (Australia/Brisbane). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Kuranda?
After sunset at 6:10 PM in Kuranda, civil twilight ends at 6:32 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:22 PM (Australia/Brisbane).
What these times mean
Solar times in Kuranda 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 Kuranda
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Kuranda on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:55 AM | 6:57 PM | 13h 01m |
| February | 6:12 AM | 6:50 PM | 12h 38m |
| March | 6:20 AM | 6:32 PM | 12h 12m |
| April | 6:25 AM | 6:09 PM | 11h 43m |
| May | 6:33 AM | 5:53 PM | 11h 20m |
| June | 6:43 AM | 5:51 PM | 11h 08m |
| July | 6:47 AM | 5:59 PM | 11h 13m |
| August | 6:35 AM | 6:08 PM | 11h 32m |
| September | 6:13 AM | 6:12 PM | 11h 59m |
| October | 5:49 AM | 6:17 PM | 12h 28m |
| November | 5:35 AM | 6:28 PM | 12h 54m |
| December | 5:38 AM | 6:46 PM | 13h 08m |