Sun Times in Rainbow Beach
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Rainbow Beach?
Sunrise in Rainbow Beach on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 6:05 AM (Australia/Brisbane). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Rainbow Beach?
Sunset in Rainbow Beach on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 5:33 PM (Australia/Brisbane). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Rainbow Beach?
Morning golden hour in Rainbow Beach ends at 6:36 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:02 PM.
How long is the day in Rainbow Beach?
On Friday, August 28, 2026 in Rainbow Beach there are 11 hours and 27 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Rainbow Beach?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Rainbow Beach at 11:49 AM (Australia/Brisbane). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Rainbow Beach?
In Rainbow Beach, sunset is at 5:33 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 6:50 PM (Australia/Brisbane). Civil twilight ends at 5:56 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Rainbow Beach?
Twilight in Rainbow Beach lasts approximately 77 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 Rainbow Beach?
The earliest sunrise in Rainbow Beach in 2026 is at 4:47 AM on November 27 (Australia/Brisbane). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Rainbow Beach?
The latest sunset in Rainbow Beach in 2026 is at 6:44 PM on January 7 (Australia/Brisbane). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Rainbow Beach?
After sunset at 5:33 PM in Rainbow Beach, civil twilight ends at 5:56 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 6:50 PM (Australia/Brisbane).
What these times mean
Solar times in Rainbow Beach 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 Rainbow Beach
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Rainbow Beach on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:09 AM | 6:44 PM | 13h 35m |
| February | 5:32 AM | 6:30 PM | 12h 58m |
| March | 5:48 AM | 6:04 PM | 12h 16m |
| April | 6:02 AM | 5:32 PM | 11h 29m |
| May | 6:18 AM | 5:09 PM | 10h 52m |
| June | 6:32 AM | 5:03 PM | 10h 32m |
| July | 6:33 AM | 5:13 PM | 10h 40m |
| August | 6:16 AM | 5:28 PM | 11h 12m |
| September | 5:45 AM | 5:40 PM | 11h 55m |
| October | 5:13 AM | 5:53 PM | 12h 41m |
| November | 4:51 AM | 6:13 PM | 13h 23m |
| December | 4:50 AM | 6:35 PM | 13h 45m |
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