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Sun Times in Scone
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Scone?
Sunrise in Scone on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:20 AM (Australia/Sydney). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Scone?
Sunset in Scone on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 5:36 PM (Australia/Sydney). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Scone?
Morning golden hour in Scone ends at 6:53 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:03 PM.
How long is the day in Scone?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Scone there are 11 hours and 16 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Scone?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Scone at 11:58 AM (Australia/Sydney). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Scone?
In Scone, sunset is at 5:36 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 6:58 PM (Australia/Sydney). Civil twilight ends at 6:01 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Scone?
Twilight in Scone lasts approximately 82 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 Scone?
The earliest sunrise in Scone in 2026 is at 6:00 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 Scone?
The latest sunset in Scone in 2026 is at 8:06 PM on January 1 (Australia/Sydney). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Scone?
After sunset at 5:36 PM in Scone, civil twilight ends at 6:01 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 6:58 PM (Australia/Sydney).
What these times mean
Solar times in Scone 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 Scone
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Scone on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:05 AM | 8:06 PM | 14h 01m |
| February | 6:33 AM | 7:46 PM | 13h 13m |
| March | 6:55 AM | 7:14 PM | 12h 19m |
| April | 6:17 AM | 5:35 PM | 11h 19m |
| May | 6:37 AM | 5:07 PM | 10h 30m |
| June | 6:55 AM | 4:58 PM | 10h 04m |
| July | 6:55 AM | 5:09 PM | 10h 14m |
| August | 6:33 AM | 5:29 PM | 10h 56m |
| September | 5:55 AM | 5:48 PM | 11h 52m |
| October | 6:17 AM | 7:07 PM | 12h 51m |
| November | 5:48 AM | 7:33 PM | 13h 45m |
| December | 5:44 AM | 7:58 PM | 14h 14m |