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Sun Times in Payneham South
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Payneham South?
Sunrise in Payneham South on Friday, September 18, 2026 is at 6:12 AM (Australia/Adelaide). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Payneham South?
Sunset in Payneham South on Friday, September 18, 2026 is at 6:07 PM (Australia/Adelaide). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Payneham South?
Morning golden hour in Payneham South ends at 6:46 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:34 PM.
How long is the day in Payneham South?
On Friday, September 18, 2026 in Payneham South there are 11 hours and 55 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Payneham South?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Payneham South at 12:10 PM (Australia/Adelaide). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Payneham South?
In Payneham South, sunset is at 6:07 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:32 PM (Australia/Adelaide). Civil twilight ends at 6:33 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Payneham South?
Twilight in Payneham South 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 Payneham South?
The earliest sunrise in Payneham South in 2026 is at 6:14 AM on October 31 (Australia/Adelaide). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Payneham South?
The latest sunset in Payneham South in 2026 is at 8:32 PM on December 31 (Australia/Adelaide). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Payneham South?
After sunset at 6:07 PM in Payneham South, civil twilight ends at 6:33 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:32 PM (Australia/Adelaide).
What these times mean
Solar times in Payneham South 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 Payneham South
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Payneham South on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:17 AM | 8:31 PM | 14h 14m |
| February | 6:48 AM | 8:09 PM | 13h 21m |
| March | 7:14 AM | 7:34 PM | 12h 20m |
| April | 6:38 AM | 5:51 PM | 11h 13m |
| May | 7:02 AM | 5:20 PM | 10h 19m |
| June | 7:21 AM | 5:10 PM | 9h 49m |
| July | 7:20 AM | 5:22 PM | 10h 01m |
| August | 6:56 AM | 5:44 PM | 10h 48m |
| September | 6:15 AM | 6:06 PM | 11h 51m |
| October | 6:33 AM | 7:29 PM | 12h 56m |
| November | 6:01 AM | 7:58 PM | 13h 57m |
| December | 5:55 AM | 8:25 PM | 14h 29m |