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Sun Times in Port Sorell
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Port Sorell?
Sunrise in Port Sorell on Monday, August 31, 2026 is at 6:40 AM (Australia/Hobart). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Port Sorell?
Sunset in Port Sorell on Monday, August 31, 2026 is at 5:48 PM (Australia/Hobart). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Port Sorell?
Morning golden hour in Port Sorell ends at 7:18 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:10 PM.
How long is the day in Port Sorell?
On Monday, August 31, 2026 in Port Sorell there are 11 hours and 7 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Port Sorell?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Port Sorell at 12:14 PM (Australia/Hobart). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Port Sorell?
In Port Sorell, sunset is at 5:48 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:20 PM (Australia/Hobart). Civil twilight ends at 6:16 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Port Sorell?
Twilight in Port Sorell lasts approximately 92 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 Sorell?
The earliest sunrise in Port Sorell in 2026 is at 6:02 AM on October 31 (Australia/Hobart). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Port Sorell?
The latest sunset in Port Sorell in 2026 is at 8:49 PM on December 29 (Australia/Hobart). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Port Sorell?
After sunset at 5:48 PM in Port Sorell, civil twilight ends at 6:16 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:20 PM (Australia/Hobart).
What these times mean
Solar times in Port Sorell 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 Sorell
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Port Sorell on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:58 AM | 8:47 PM | 14h 48m |
| February | 6:37 AM | 8:17 PM | 13h 40m |
| March | 7:10 AM | 7:34 PM | 12h 24m |
| April | 6:43 AM | 5:43 PM | 11h 00m |
| May | 7:14 AM | 5:05 PM | 9h 51m |
| June | 7:37 AM | 4:50 PM | 9h 13m |
| July | 7:35 AM | 5:04 PM | 9h 29m |
| August | 7:04 AM | 5:32 PM | 10h 28m |
| September | 6:15 AM | 6:03 PM | 11h 47m |
| October | 6:25 AM | 7:34 PM | 13h 09m |
| November | 5:45 AM | 8:11 PM | 14h 26m |
| December | 5:35 AM | 8:42 PM | 15h 07m |