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Sun Times in Queanbeyan East
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Queanbeyan East?
Sunrise in Queanbeyan East on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:29 AM (Australia/Sydney). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Queanbeyan East?
Sunset in Queanbeyan East on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 5:40 PM (Australia/Sydney). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Queanbeyan East?
Morning golden hour in Queanbeyan East ends at 7:04 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:05 PM.
How long is the day in Queanbeyan East?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Queanbeyan East there are 11 hours and 10 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Queanbeyan East?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Queanbeyan East at 12:04 PM (Australia/Sydney). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Queanbeyan East?
In Queanbeyan East, sunset is at 5:40 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:04 PM (Australia/Sydney). Civil twilight ends at 6:05 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Queanbeyan East?
Twilight in Queanbeyan East lasts approximately 85 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 Queanbeyan East?
The earliest sunrise in Queanbeyan East in 2026 is at 6:01 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 Queanbeyan East?
The latest sunset in Queanbeyan East in 2026 is at 8:21 PM on December 31 (Australia/Sydney). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Queanbeyan East?
After sunset at 5:40 PM in Queanbeyan East, civil twilight ends at 6:05 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:04 PM (Australia/Sydney).
What these times mean
Solar times in Queanbeyan East 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 Queanbeyan East
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Queanbeyan East on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:03 AM | 8:20 PM | 14h 17m |
| February | 6:35 AM | 7:57 PM | 13h 22m |
| March | 7:01 AM | 7:21 PM | 12h 20m |
| April | 6:26 AM | 5:39 PM | 11h 12m |
| May | 6:50 AM | 5:07 PM | 10h 17m |
| June | 7:09 AM | 4:56 PM | 9h 47m |
| July | 7:09 AM | 5:08 PM | 9h 59m |
| August | 6:44 AM | 5:31 PM | 10h 46m |
| September | 6:03 AM | 5:53 PM | 11h 51m |
| October | 6:20 AM | 7:17 PM | 12h 57m |
| November | 5:48 AM | 7:47 PM | 13h 58m |
| December | 5:42 AM | 8:13 PM | 14h 32m |