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Sun Times in Sapphire Beach
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Sapphire Beach?
Sunrise in Sapphire Beach on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:09 AM (Australia/Sydney). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Sapphire Beach?
Sunset in Sapphire Beach on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 5:29 PM (Australia/Sydney). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Sapphire Beach?
Morning golden hour in Sapphire Beach ends at 6:41 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 4:56 PM.
How long is the day in Sapphire Beach?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Sapphire Beach there are 11 hours and 20 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Sapphire Beach?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Sapphire Beach at 11:49 AM (Australia/Sydney). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Sapphire Beach?
In Sapphire Beach, sunset is at 5:29 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 6:49 PM (Australia/Sydney). Civil twilight ends at 5:53 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Sapphire Beach?
Twilight in Sapphire Beach lasts approximately 80 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 Sapphire Beach?
The earliest sunrise in Sapphire Beach in 2026 is at 5:53 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 Sapphire Beach?
The latest sunset in Sapphire Beach in 2026 is at 7:53 PM on January 4 (Australia/Sydney). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Sapphire Beach?
After sunset at 5:29 PM in Sapphire Beach, 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 6:49 PM (Australia/Sydney).
What these times mean
Solar times in Sapphire 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 Sapphire Beach
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Sapphire Beach on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:00 AM | 7:53 PM | 13h 53m |
| February | 6:27 AM | 7:35 PM | 13h 08m |
| March | 6:47 AM | 7:05 PM | 12h 18m |
| April | 6:06 AM | 5:28 PM | 11h 22m |
| May | 6:25 AM | 5:01 PM | 10h 37m |
| June | 6:41 AM | 4:54 PM | 10h 12m |
| July | 6:42 AM | 5:04 PM | 10h 22m |
| August | 6:21 AM | 5:22 PM | 11h 01m |
| September | 5:46 AM | 5:39 PM | 11h 53m |
| October | 6:09 AM | 6:57 PM | 12h 48m |
| November | 5:43 AM | 7:21 PM | 13h 38m |
| December | 5:39 AM | 7:44 PM | 14h 05m |