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Sun Times in Milsons Point
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Milsons Point?
Sunrise in Milsons Point on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 6:19 AM (Australia/Sydney). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Milsons Point?
Sunset in Milsons Point on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 5:34 PM (Australia/Sydney). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Milsons Point?
Morning golden hour in Milsons Point ends at 6:53 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:00 PM.
How long is the day in Milsons Point?
On Friday, August 28, 2026 in Milsons Point there are 11 hours and 15 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Milsons Point?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Milsons Point at 11:56 AM (Australia/Sydney). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Milsons Point?
In Milsons Point, sunset is at 5:34 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 6:57 PM (Australia/Sydney). Civil twilight ends at 5:59 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Milsons Point?
Twilight in Milsons Point lasts approximately 83 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 Milsons Point?
The earliest sunrise in Milsons Point 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 Milsons Point?
The latest sunset in Milsons Point in 2026 is at 8:09 PM on December 31 (Australia/Sydney). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Milsons Point?
After sunset at 5:34 PM in Milsons Point, civil twilight ends at 5:59 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 6:57 PM (Australia/Sydney).
What these times mean
Solar times in Milsons Point 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 Milsons Point
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Milsons Point on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:59 AM | 8:08 PM | 14h 09m |
| February | 6:30 AM | 7:47 PM | 13h 18m |
| March | 6:54 AM | 7:13 PM | 12h 20m |
| April | 6:17 AM | 5:32 PM | 11h 15m |
| May | 6:39 AM | 5:02 PM | 10h 23m |
| June | 6:58 AM | 4:53 PM | 9h 55m |
| July | 6:58 AM | 5:04 PM | 10h 06m |
| August | 6:34 AM | 5:25 PM | 10h 51m |
| September | 5:55 AM | 5:46 PM | 11h 51m |
| October | 6:14 AM | 7:08 PM | 12h 54m |
| November | 5:43 AM | 7:36 PM | 13h 52m |
| December | 5:38 AM | 8:01 PM | 14h 23m |