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Sun Times in Ross
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Ross?
Sunrise in Ross on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 6:52 AM (Australia/Darwin). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Ross?
Sunset in Ross on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 6:21 PM (Australia/Darwin). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Ross?
Morning golden hour in Ross ends at 7:22 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:50 PM.
How long is the day in Ross?
On Wednesday, August 26, 2026 in Ross there are 11 hours and 28 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Ross?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Ross at 12:36 PM (Australia/Darwin). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Ross?
In Ross, sunset is at 6:21 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:36 PM (Australia/Darwin). Civil twilight ends at 6:44 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Ross?
Twilight in Ross lasts approximately 76 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 Ross?
The earliest sunrise in Ross in 2026 is at 5:38 AM on November 26 (Australia/Darwin). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Ross?
The latest sunset in Ross in 2026 is at 7:26 PM on January 6 (Australia/Darwin). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Ross?
After sunset at 6:21 PM in Ross, civil twilight ends at 6:44 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:36 PM (Australia/Darwin).
What these times mean
Solar times in Ross 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 Ross
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Ross on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:00 AM | 7:26 PM | 13h 26m |
| February | 6:21 AM | 7:14 PM | 12h 53m |
| March | 6:35 AM | 6:50 PM | 12h 15m |
| April | 6:48 AM | 6:20 PM | 11h 33m |
| May | 7:01 AM | 5:59 PM | 10h 59m |
| June | 7:14 AM | 5:55 PM | 10h 41m |
| July | 7:16 AM | 6:04 PM | 10h 48m |
| August | 7:00 AM | 6:17 PM | 11h 17m |
| September | 6:31 AM | 6:28 PM | 11h 56m |
| October | 6:01 AM | 6:39 PM | 12h 37m |
| November | 5:41 AM | 6:56 PM | 13h 15m |
| December | 5:41 AM | 7:17 PM | 13h 36m |