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Sun Times in Mount Nelson
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Mount Nelson?
Sunrise in Mount Nelson on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 6:44 AM (Australia/Hobart). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Mount Nelson?
Sunset in Mount Nelson on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 5:40 PM (Australia/Hobart). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Mount Nelson?
Morning golden hour in Mount Nelson ends at 7:23 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:01 PM.
How long is the day in Mount Nelson?
On Saturday, August 29, 2026 in Mount Nelson there are 10 hours and 55 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Mount Nelson?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Mount Nelson at 12:12 PM (Australia/Hobart). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Mount Nelson?
In Mount Nelson, sunset is at 5:40 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:14 PM (Australia/Hobart). Civil twilight ends at 6:08 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Mount Nelson?
Twilight in Mount Nelson lasts approximately 94 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 Nelson?
The earliest sunrise in Mount Nelson in 2026 is at 5:56 AM on October 31 (Australia/Hobart). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Mount Nelson?
The latest sunset in Mount Nelson in 2026 is at 8:52 PM on December 29 (Australia/Hobart). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Mount Nelson?
After sunset at 5:40 PM in Mount Nelson, civil twilight ends at 6:08 PM — about 29 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:14 PM (Australia/Hobart).
What these times mean
Solar times in Mount Nelson 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 Nelson
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Mount Nelson on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:50 AM | 8:49 PM | 14h 59m |
| February | 6:31 AM | 8:17 PM | 13h 46m |
| March | 7:06 AM | 7:31 PM | 12h 25m |
| April | 6:42 AM | 5:38 PM | 10h 56m |
| May | 7:15 AM | 4:57 PM | 9h 42m |
| June | 7:40 AM | 4:42 PM | 9h 02m |
| July | 7:37 AM | 4:55 PM | 9h 18m |
| August | 7:04 AM | 5:26 PM | 10h 22m |
| September | 6:13 AM | 5:59 PM | 11h 46m |
| October | 6:20 AM | 7:33 PM | 13h 13m |
| November | 5:38 AM | 8:12 PM | 14h 35m |
| December | 5:25 AM | 8:45 PM | 15h 20m |