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Sun Times in Melbourne Beach
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Melbourne Beach?
Sunrise in Melbourne Beach on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:51 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Melbourne Beach?
Sunset in Melbourne Beach on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 8:01 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Melbourne Beach?
Morning golden hour in Melbourne Beach ends at 7:23 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:29 PM.
How long is the day in Melbourne Beach?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Melbourne Beach there are 13 hours and 9 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Melbourne Beach?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Melbourne Beach at 1:26 PM (America/New_York). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Melbourne Beach?
In Melbourne Beach, sunset is at 8:01 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:25 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:26 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Melbourne Beach?
Twilight in Melbourne Beach lasts approximately 84 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 Melbourne Beach?
The earliest sunrise in Melbourne Beach in 2026 is at 6:25 AM on June 1 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Melbourne Beach?
The latest sunset in Melbourne Beach in 2026 is at 8:22 PM on June 22 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Melbourne Beach?
After sunset at 8:01 PM in Melbourne Beach, civil twilight ends at 8:26 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:25 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Melbourne Beach 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 Melbourne Beach
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Melbourne Beach on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:14 AM | 5:48 PM | 10h 34m |
| February | 6:59 AM | 6:13 PM | 11h 13m |
| March | 7:31 AM | 7:30 PM | 11h 59m |
| April | 6:57 AM | 7:47 PM | 12h 51m |
| May | 6:32 AM | 8:05 PM | 13h 33m |
| June | 6:25 AM | 8:20 PM | 13h 55m |
| July | 6:35 AM | 8:20 PM | 13h 45m |
| August | 6:52 AM | 8:00 PM | 13h 08m |
| September | 7:07 AM | 7:26 PM | 12h 19m |
| October | 7:22 AM | 6:52 PM | 11h 30m |
| November | 6:44 AM | 5:29 PM | 10h 45m |
| December | 7:06 AM | 5:28 PM | 10h 22m |