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Sun Times in Mount Kuring-Gai
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Mount Kuring-Gai?
Sunrise in Mount Kuring-Gai on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 6:33 AM (Australia/Sydney). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Mount Kuring-Gai?
Sunset in Mount Kuring-Gai on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 5:26 PM (Australia/Sydney). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Mount Kuring-Gai?
Morning golden hour in Mount Kuring-Gai ends at 7:08 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 4:52 PM.
How long is the day in Mount Kuring-Gai?
On Monday, August 17, 2026 in Mount Kuring-Gai there are 10 hours and 53 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Mount Kuring-Gai?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Mount Kuring-Gai at 11:59 AM (Australia/Sydney). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Mount Kuring-Gai?
In Mount Kuring-Gai, sunset is at 5:26 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 6:50 PM (Australia/Sydney). Civil twilight ends at 5:52 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Mount Kuring-Gai?
Twilight in Mount Kuring-Gai 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 Mount Kuring-Gai?
The earliest sunrise in Mount Kuring-Gai 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 Mount Kuring-Gai?
The latest sunset in Mount Kuring-Gai in 2026 is at 8:09 PM on January 1 (Australia/Sydney). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Mount Kuring-Gai?
After sunset at 5:26 PM in Mount Kuring-Gai, civil twilight ends at 5:52 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 6:50 PM (Australia/Sydney).
What these times mean
Solar times in Mount Kuring-Gai 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 Mount Kuring-Gai
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Mount Kuring-Gai on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:00 AM | 8:08 PM | 14h 08m |
| February | 6:30 AM | 7:48 PM | 13h 17m |
| March | 6:54 AM | 7:13 PM | 12h 20m |
| April | 6:17 AM | 5:33 PM | 11h 16m |
| May | 6:39 AM | 5:03 PM | 10h 24m |
| June | 6:57 AM | 4:53 PM | 9h 56m |
| July | 6:58 AM | 5:05 PM | 10h 07m |
| 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 53m |
| November | 5:44 AM | 7:35 PM | 13h 51m |
| December | 5:39 AM | 8:01 PM | 14h 22m |