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Sun Times in Pakenham Upper
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Pakenham Upper?
Sunrise in Pakenham Upper on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:47 AM (Australia/Melbourne). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Pakenham Upper?
Sunset in Pakenham Upper on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 5:52 PM (Australia/Melbourne). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Pakenham Upper?
Morning golden hour in Pakenham Upper ends at 7:23 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:16 PM.
How long is the day in Pakenham Upper?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Pakenham Upper there are 11 hours and 4 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Pakenham Upper?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Pakenham Upper at 12:19 PM (Australia/Melbourne). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Pakenham Upper?
In Pakenham Upper, sunset is at 5:52 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:19 PM (Australia/Melbourne). Civil twilight ends at 6:18 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Pakenham Upper?
Twilight in Pakenham Upper lasts approximately 88 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 Pakenham Upper?
The earliest sunrise in Pakenham Upper in 2026 is at 6:12 AM on October 31 (Australia/Melbourne). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Pakenham Upper?
The latest sunset in Pakenham Upper in 2026 is at 8:44 PM on January 3 (Australia/Melbourne). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Pakenham Upper?
After sunset at 5:52 PM in Pakenham Upper, civil twilight ends at 6:18 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:19 PM (Australia/Melbourne).
What these times mean
Solar times in Pakenham Upper 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 Pakenham Upper
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Pakenham Upper on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:11 AM | 8:42 PM | 14h 31m |
| February | 6:46 AM | 8:16 PM | 13h 30m |
| March | 7:15 AM | 7:37 PM | 12h 22m |
| April | 6:44 AM | 5:51 PM | 11h 07m |
| May | 7:11 AM | 5:16 PM | 10h 05m |
| June | 7:32 AM | 5:04 PM | 9h 32m |
| July | 7:31 AM | 5:16 PM | 9h 46m |
| August | 7:03 AM | 5:41 PM | 10h 38m |
| September | 6:19 AM | 6:08 PM | 11h 49m |
| October | 6:33 AM | 7:35 PM | 13h 02m |
| November | 5:57 AM | 8:07 PM | 14h 10m |
| December | 5:49 AM | 8:36 PM | 14h 47m |