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Sun Times in Samford Valley
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Samford Valley?
Sunrise in Samford Valley on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:15 AM (Australia/Brisbane). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Samford Valley?
Sunset in Samford Valley on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 5:29 PM (Australia/Brisbane). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Samford Valley?
Morning golden hour in Samford Valley ends at 6:47 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 4:57 PM.
How long is the day in Samford Valley?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Samford Valley there are 11 hours and 13 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Samford Valley?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Samford Valley at 11:52 AM (Australia/Brisbane). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Samford Valley?
In Samford Valley, sunset is at 5:29 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 6:47 PM (Australia/Brisbane). Civil twilight ends at 5:53 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Samford Valley?
Twilight in Samford Valley lasts approximately 79 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 Samford Valley?
The earliest sunrise in Samford Valley in 2026 is at 4:45 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 Samford Valley?
The latest sunset in Samford Valley in 2026 is at 6:48 PM on January 7 (Australia/Brisbane). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Samford Valley?
After sunset at 5:29 PM in Samford Valley, civil twilight ends at 5:53 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 6:47 PM (Australia/Brisbane).
What these times mean
Solar times in Samford Valley 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 Samford Valley
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Samford Valley on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:07 AM | 6:48 PM | 13h 41m |
| February | 5:31 AM | 6:33 PM | 13h 01m |
| March | 5:49 AM | 6:05 PM | 12h 16m |
| April | 6:05 AM | 5:31 PM | 11h 27m |
| May | 6:21 AM | 5:08 PM | 10h 47m |
| June | 6:36 AM | 5:01 PM | 10h 25m |
| July | 6:37 AM | 5:11 PM | 10h 34m |
| August | 6:19 AM | 5:27 PM | 11h 08m |
| September | 5:46 AM | 5:41 PM | 11h 55m |
| October | 5:13 AM | 5:56 PM | 12h 43m |
| November | 4:49 AM | 6:17 PM | 13h 28m |
| December | 4:47 AM | 6:39 PM | 13h 52m |