Sun Times in Newcastle
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Newcastle?
Sunrise in Newcastle on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:32 AM (Africa/Johannesburg). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Newcastle?
Sunset in Newcastle on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 5:38 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Newcastle?
Morning golden hour in Newcastle ends at 7:04 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:05 PM.
How long is the day in Newcastle?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Newcastle there are 11 hours and 6 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Newcastle?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Newcastle at 12:04 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Newcastle?
In Newcastle, sunset is at 5:38 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 6:57 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). Civil twilight ends at 6:02 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Newcastle?
Twilight in Newcastle 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 Newcastle?
The earliest sunrise in Newcastle in 2026 is at 4:56 AM on November 26 (Africa/Johannesburg). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Newcastle?
The latest sunset in Newcastle in 2026 is at 7:00 PM on January 3 (Africa/Johannesburg). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Newcastle?
After sunset at 5:38 PM in Newcastle, civil twilight ends at 6:02 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 6:57 PM (Africa/Johannesburg).
What these times mean
Solar times in Newcastle 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 Newcastle
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Newcastle on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:18 AM | 7:00 PM | 13h 42m |
| February | 5:43 AM | 6:45 PM | 13h 02m |
| March | 6:00 AM | 6:17 PM | 12h 16m |
| April | 6:17 AM | 5:42 PM | 11h 26m |
| May | 6:34 AM | 5:18 PM | 10h 45m |
| June | 6:48 AM | 5:12 PM | 10h 24m |
| July | 6:50 AM | 5:22 PM | 10h 33m |
| August | 6:31 AM | 5:38 PM | 11h 08m |
| September | 5:58 AM | 5:53 PM | 11h 55m |
| October | 5:24 AM | 6:08 PM | 12h 44m |
| November | 5:00 AM | 6:29 PM | 13h 29m |
| December | 4:58 AM | 6:52 PM | 13h 53m |
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