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Sun Times in Port Kembla
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Port Kembla?
Sunrise in Port Kembla on Sunday, August 30, 2026 is at 6:19 AM (Australia/Sydney). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Port Kembla?
Sunset in Port Kembla on Sunday, August 30, 2026 is at 5:35 PM (Australia/Sydney). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Port Kembla?
Morning golden hour in Port Kembla ends at 6:53 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:01 PM.
How long is the day in Port Kembla?
On Sunday, August 30, 2026 in Port Kembla there are 11 hours and 15 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Port Kembla?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Port Kembla at 11:57 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 Kembla?
In Port Kembla, sunset is at 5:35 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 6:59 PM (Australia/Sydney). Civil twilight ends at 6:01 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Port Kembla?
Twilight in Port Kembla 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 Port Kembla?
The earliest sunrise in Port Kembla 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 Kembla?
The latest sunset in Port Kembla in 2026 is at 8:12 PM on December 31 (Australia/Sydney). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Port Kembla?
After sunset at 5:35 PM in Port Kembla, civil twilight ends at 6:01 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 6:59 PM (Australia/Sydney).
What these times mean
Solar times in Port Kembla 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 Kembla
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Port Kembla on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:59 AM | 8:11 PM | 14h 12m |
| February | 6:30 AM | 7:50 PM | 13h 20m |
| March | 6:55 AM | 7:15 PM | 12h 20m |
| April | 6:19 AM | 5:33 PM | 11h 14m |
| May | 6:42 AM | 5:02 PM | 10h 20m |
| June | 7:01 AM | 4:52 PM | 9h 52m |
| July | 7:00 AM | 5:04 PM | 10h 03m |
| August | 6:36 AM | 5:25 PM | 10h 49m |
| September | 5:56 AM | 5:47 PM | 11h 51m |
| October | 6:15 AM | 7:10 PM | 12h 55m |
| November | 5:43 AM | 7:38 PM | 13h 55m |
| December | 5:37 AM | 8:04 PM | 14h 27m |