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Sun Times in Mermaid Beach
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Mermaid Beach?
Sunrise in Mermaid Beach on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is at 6:16 AM (Australia/Brisbane). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Mermaid Beach?
Sunset in Mermaid Beach on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is at 5:25 PM (Australia/Brisbane). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Mermaid Beach?
Morning golden hour in Mermaid Beach ends at 6:48 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 4:52 PM.
How long is the day in Mermaid Beach?
On Tuesday, August 18, 2026 in Mermaid Beach there are 11 hours and 9 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Mermaid Beach?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Mermaid Beach at 11:50 AM (Australia/Brisbane). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Mermaid Beach?
In Mermaid Beach, sunset is at 5:25 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 6:44 PM (Australia/Brisbane). Civil twilight ends at 5:49 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Mermaid Beach?
Twilight in Mermaid Beach lasts approximately 79 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 Mermaid Beach?
The earliest sunrise in Mermaid Beach in 2026 is at 4:41 AM on November 29 (Australia/Brisbane). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Mermaid Beach?
The latest sunset in Mermaid Beach in 2026 is at 6:47 PM on January 5 (Australia/Brisbane). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Mermaid Beach?
After sunset at 5:25 PM in Mermaid Beach, civil twilight ends at 5:49 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 6:44 PM (Australia/Brisbane).
What these times mean
Solar times in Mermaid 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 Mermaid Beach
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Mermaid Beach on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:03 AM | 6:47 PM | 13h 44m |
| February | 5:28 AM | 6:31 PM | 13h 03m |
| March | 5:46 AM | 6:03 PM | 12h 17m |
| April | 6:03 AM | 5:29 PM | 11h 26m |
| May | 6:20 AM | 5:04 PM | 10h 44m |
| June | 6:35 AM | 4:57 PM | 10h 22m |
| July | 6:36 AM | 5:07 PM | 10h 31m |
| August | 6:17 AM | 5:24 PM | 11h 06m |
| September | 5:44 AM | 5:38 PM | 11h 54m |
| October | 5:10 AM | 5:54 PM | 12h 44m |
| November | 4:45 AM | 6:15 PM | 13h 30m |
| December | 4:43 AM | 6:38 PM | 13h 55m |