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Sun Times in Nelly Bay
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Nelly Bay?
Sunrise in Nelly Bay on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 6:25 AM (Australia/Brisbane). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Nelly Bay?
Sunset in Nelly Bay on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 6:03 PM (Australia/Brisbane). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Nelly Bay?
Morning golden hour in Nelly Bay ends at 6:54 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:34 PM.
How long is the day in Nelly Bay?
On Friday, August 28, 2026 in Nelly Bay there are 11 hours and 38 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Nelly Bay?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Nelly Bay at 12:14 PM (Australia/Brisbane). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Nelly Bay?
In Nelly Bay, sunset is at 6:03 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:17 PM (Australia/Brisbane). Civil twilight ends at 6:25 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Nelly Bay?
Twilight in Nelly Bay lasts approximately 73 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 Nelly Bay?
The earliest sunrise in Nelly Bay in 2026 is at 5:25 AM on November 20 (Australia/Brisbane). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Nelly Bay?
The latest sunset in Nelly Bay in 2026 is at 6:56 PM on January 10 (Australia/Brisbane). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Nelly Bay?
After sunset at 6:03 PM in Nelly Bay, civil twilight ends at 6:25 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:17 PM (Australia/Brisbane).
What these times mean
Solar times in Nelly Bay 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 Nelly Bay
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Nelly Bay on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:46 AM | 6:56 PM | 13h 10m |
| February | 6:04 AM | 6:48 PM | 12h 43m |
| March | 6:14 AM | 6:27 PM | 12h 13m |
| April | 6:22 AM | 6:02 PM | 11h 40m |
| May | 6:32 AM | 5:45 PM | 11h 13m |
| June | 6:43 AM | 5:42 PM | 10h 59m |
| July | 6:46 AM | 5:50 PM | 11h 05m |
| August | 6:33 AM | 6:00 PM | 11h 27m |
| September | 6:08 AM | 6:07 PM | 11h 58m |
| October | 5:43 AM | 6:13 PM | 12h 31m |
| November | 5:26 AM | 6:27 PM | 13h 01m |
| December | 5:29 AM | 6:45 PM | 13h 17m |