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Sun Times in Prestons
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Prestons?
Sunrise in Prestons on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 6:19 AM (Australia/Sydney). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Prestons?
Sunset in Prestons on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 5:36 PM (Australia/Sydney). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Prestons?
Morning golden hour in Prestons ends at 6:53 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:02 PM.
How long is the day in Prestons?
On Saturday, August 29, 2026 in Prestons there are 11 hours and 16 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Prestons?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Prestons 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 Prestons?
In Prestons, sunset is at 5:36 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 Prestons?
Twilight in Prestons 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 Prestons?
The earliest sunrise in Prestons in 2026 is at 5:57 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 Prestons?
The latest sunset in Prestons in 2026 is at 8:11 PM on January 2 (Australia/Sydney). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Prestons?
After sunset at 5:36 PM in Prestons, 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 Prestons 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 Prestons
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Prestons on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:00 AM | 8:10 PM | 14h 10m |
| February | 6:31 AM | 7:49 PM | 13h 18m |
| March | 6:55 AM | 7:15 PM | 12h 20m |
| April | 6:18 AM | 5:33 PM | 11h 15m |
| May | 6:41 AM | 5:03 PM | 10h 23m |
| June | 6:59 AM | 4:54 PM | 9h 54m |
| July | 6:59 AM | 5:05 PM | 10h 06m |
| August | 6:36 AM | 5:26 PM | 10h 51m |
| September | 5:56 AM | 5:47 PM | 11h 51m |
| October | 6:15 AM | 7:09 PM | 12h 54m |
| November | 5:44 AM | 7:37 PM | 13h 53m |
| December | 5:39 AM | 8:03 PM | 14h 24m |