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Sun Times in Mansfield
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Mansfield?
Sunrise in Mansfield on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 6:34 AM (Australia/Melbourne). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Mansfield?
Sunset in Mansfield on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 5:56 PM (Australia/Melbourne). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Mansfield?
Morning golden hour in Mansfield ends at 7:09 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:21 PM.
How long is the day in Mansfield?
On Thursday, September 3, 2026 in Mansfield there are 11 hours and 22 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Mansfield?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Mansfield 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 Mansfield?
In Mansfield, sunset is at 5:56 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:22 PM (Australia/Melbourne). Civil twilight ends at 6:22 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Mansfield?
Twilight in Mansfield lasts approximately 86 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 Mansfield?
The earliest sunrise in Mansfield in 2026 is at 6:11 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 Mansfield?
The latest sunset in Mansfield in 2026 is at 8:39 PM on January 5 (Australia/Melbourne). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Mansfield?
After sunset at 5:56 PM in Mansfield, civil twilight ends at 6:22 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:22 PM (Australia/Melbourne).
What these times mean
Solar times in Mansfield 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 Mansfield
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Mansfield on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:12 AM | 8:37 PM | 14h 25m |
| February | 6:45 AM | 8:13 PM | 13h 27m |
| March | 7:13 AM | 7:35 PM | 12h 21m |
| April | 6:41 AM | 5:49 PM | 11h 09m |
| May | 7:07 AM | 5:16 PM | 10h 10m |
| June | 7:27 AM | 5:04 PM | 9h 38m |
| July | 7:26 AM | 5:17 PM | 9h 51m |
| August | 6:59 AM | 5:41 PM | 10h 41m |
| September | 6:16 AM | 6:06 PM | 11h 50m |
| October | 6:31 AM | 7:31 PM | 13h 00m |
| November | 5:57 AM | 8:03 PM | 14h 06m |
| December | 5:49 AM | 8:31 PM | 14h 41m |