Sun Times in Port Douglas
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Port Douglas?
Sunrise in Port Douglas on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 6:35 AM (Australia/Brisbane). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Port Douglas?
Sunset in Port Douglas on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 6:09 PM (Australia/Brisbane). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Port Douglas?
Morning golden hour in Port Douglas ends at 7:04 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:40 PM.
How long is the day in Port Douglas?
On Monday, August 17, 2026 in Port Douglas there are 11 hours and 34 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Port Douglas?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Port Douglas at 12:22 PM (Australia/Brisbane). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Port Douglas?
In Port Douglas, sunset is at 6:09 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:22 PM (Australia/Brisbane). Civil twilight ends at 6:31 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Port Douglas?
Twilight in Port Douglas 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 Port Douglas?
The earliest sunrise in Port Douglas in 2026 is at 5:35 AM on November 18 (Australia/Brisbane). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Port Douglas?
The latest sunset in Port Douglas in 2026 is at 6:57 PM on January 12 (Australia/Brisbane). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Port Douglas?
After sunset at 6:09 PM in Port Douglas, civil twilight ends at 6:31 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:22 PM (Australia/Brisbane).
What these times mean
Solar times in Port Douglas 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 Port Douglas
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Port Douglas on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:57 AM | 6:57 PM | 13h 00m |
| February | 6:13 AM | 6:51 PM | 12h 38m |
| March | 6:21 AM | 6:33 PM | 12h 12m |
| April | 6:26 AM | 6:10 PM | 11h 44m |
| May | 6:33 AM | 5:54 PM | 11h 21m |
| June | 6:43 AM | 5:53 PM | 11h 09m |
| July | 6:47 AM | 6:01 PM | 11h 14m |
| August | 6:36 AM | 6:09 PM | 11h 33m |
| September | 6:13 AM | 6:13 PM | 12h 00m |
| October | 5:50 AM | 6:17 PM | 12h 27m |
| November | 5:36 AM | 6:29 PM | 12h 53m |
| December | 5:39 AM | 6:46 PM | 13h 06m |
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