Sun Times in South Mackay
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in South Mackay?
Sunrise in South Mackay on Monday, August 31, 2026 is at 6:14 AM (Australia/Brisbane). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in South Mackay?
Sunset in South Mackay on Monday, August 31, 2026 is at 5:53 PM (Australia/Brisbane). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in South Mackay?
Morning golden hour in South Mackay ends at 6:44 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:23 PM.
How long is the day in South Mackay?
On Monday, August 31, 2026 in South Mackay there are 11 hours and 38 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in South Mackay?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in South Mackay at 12:04 PM (Australia/Brisbane). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in South Mackay?
In South Mackay, sunset is at 5:53 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:07 PM (Australia/Brisbane). Civil twilight ends at 6:16 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in South Mackay?
Twilight in South Mackay lasts approximately 74 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 South Mackay?
The earliest sunrise in South Mackay in 2026 is at 5:12 AM on November 22 (Australia/Brisbane). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in South Mackay?
The latest sunset in South Mackay in 2026 is at 6:50 PM on January 7 (Australia/Brisbane). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in South Mackay?
After sunset at 5:53 PM in South Mackay, civil twilight ends at 6:16 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:07 PM (Australia/Brisbane).
What these times mean
Solar times in South Mackay 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 South Mackay
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in South Mackay on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:34 AM | 6:50 PM | 13h 17m |
| February | 5:53 AM | 6:40 PM | 12h 47m |
| March | 6:05 AM | 6:19 PM | 12h 14m |
| April | 6:14 AM | 5:51 PM | 11h 37m |
| May | 6:26 AM | 5:33 PM | 11h 07m |
| June | 6:38 AM | 5:29 PM | 10h 51m |
| July | 6:40 AM | 5:38 PM | 10h 58m |
| August | 6:26 AM | 5:49 PM | 11h 23m |
| September | 6:00 AM | 5:57 PM | 11h 57m |
| October | 5:32 AM | 6:06 PM | 12h 34m |
| November | 5:14 AM | 6:21 PM | 13h 07m |
| December | 5:15 AM | 6:40 PM | 13h 25m |
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