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Sun Times in Port Hedland
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Port Hedland?
Sunrise in Port Hedland on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 is at 6:20 AM (Australia/Perth). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Port Hedland?
Sunset in Port Hedland on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 is at 5:55 PM (Australia/Perth). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Port Hedland?
Morning golden hour in Port Hedland ends at 6:50 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:25 PM.
How long is the day in Port Hedland?
On Tuesday, August 25, 2026 in Port Hedland there are 11 hours and 34 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Port Hedland?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Port Hedland at 12:07 PM (Australia/Perth). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Port Hedland?
In Port Hedland, sunset is at 5:55 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:09 PM (Australia/Perth). Civil twilight ends at 6:17 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Port Hedland?
Twilight in Port Hedland lasts approximately 74 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 Hedland?
The earliest sunrise in Port Hedland in 2026 is at 5:16 AM on November 20 (Australia/Perth). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Port Hedland?
The latest sunset in Port Hedland in 2026 is at 6:51 PM on January 9 (Australia/Perth). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Port Hedland?
After sunset at 5:55 PM in Port Hedland, civil twilight ends at 6:17 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:09 PM (Australia/Perth).
What these times mean
Solar times in Port Hedland 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 Hedland
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Port Hedland on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:37 AM | 6:51 PM | 13h 14m |
| February | 5:56 AM | 6:42 PM | 12h 46m |
| March | 6:07 AM | 6:21 PM | 12h 13m |
| April | 6:16 AM | 5:54 PM | 11h 38m |
| May | 6:27 AM | 5:36 PM | 11h 09m |
| June | 6:38 AM | 5:33 PM | 10h 55m |
| July | 6:41 AM | 5:41 PM | 11h 01m |
| August | 6:27 AM | 5:52 PM | 11h 25m |
| September | 6:02 AM | 6:00 PM | 11h 58m |
| October | 5:35 AM | 6:07 PM | 12h 32m |
| November | 5:17 AM | 6:22 PM | 13h 04m |
| December | 5:19 AM | 6:41 PM | 13h 21m |