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Sun Times in Port Hacking
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Port Hacking?
Sunrise in Port Hacking on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 6:18 AM (Australia/Sydney). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Port Hacking?
Sunset in Port Hacking on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 5:35 PM (Australia/Sydney). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Port Hacking?
Morning golden hour in Port Hacking ends at 6:52 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:01 PM.
How long is the day in Port Hacking?
On Saturday, August 29, 2026 in Port Hacking there are 11 hours and 16 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Port Hacking?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Port Hacking at 11:56 AM (Australia/Sydney). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Port Hacking?
In Port Hacking, sunset is at 5:35 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 6:58 PM (Australia/Sydney). Civil twilight ends at 6:00 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Port Hacking?
Twilight in Port Hacking lasts approximately 83 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 Hacking?
The earliest sunrise in Port Hacking in 2026 is at 5:56 AM on October 31 (Australia/Sydney). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Port Hacking?
The latest sunset in Port Hacking in 2026 is at 8:10 PM on December 31 (Australia/Sydney). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Port Hacking?
After sunset at 5:35 PM in Port Hacking, civil twilight ends at 6:00 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 6:58 PM (Australia/Sydney).
What these times mean
Solar times in Port Hacking 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 Hacking
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Port Hacking on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:59 AM | 8:09 PM | 14h 10m |
| February | 6:30 AM | 7:48 PM | 13h 19m |
| March | 6:54 AM | 7:14 PM | 12h 20m |
| April | 6:17 AM | 5:32 PM | 11h 15m |
| May | 6:40 AM | 5:02 PM | 10h 22m |
| June | 6:59 AM | 4:52 PM | 9h 54m |
| July | 6:59 AM | 5:04 PM | 10h 05m |
| August | 6:35 AM | 5:25 PM | 10h 50m |
| September | 5:55 AM | 5:46 PM | 11h 51m |
| October | 6:14 AM | 7:08 PM | 12h 54m |
| November | 5:43 AM | 7:36 PM | 13h 53m |
| December | 5:38 AM | 8:02 PM | 14h 25m |