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Sun Times in Strathfieldsaye
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Strathfieldsaye?
Sunrise in Strathfieldsaye on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 7:06 AM (Australia/Melbourne). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Strathfieldsaye?
Sunset in Strathfieldsaye on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 5:48 PM (Australia/Melbourne). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Strathfieldsaye?
Morning golden hour in Strathfieldsaye ends at 7:42 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:12 PM.
How long is the day in Strathfieldsaye?
On Sunday, August 16, 2026 in Strathfieldsaye there are 10 hours and 42 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Strathfieldsaye?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Strathfieldsaye at 12:27 PM (Australia/Melbourne). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Strathfieldsaye?
In Strathfieldsaye, sunset is at 5:48 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:15 PM (Australia/Melbourne). Civil twilight ends at 6:15 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Strathfieldsaye?
Twilight in Strathfieldsaye lasts approximately 87 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 Strathfieldsaye?
The earliest sunrise in Strathfieldsaye in 2026 is at 6:18 AM on October 31 (Australia/Melbourne). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Strathfieldsaye?
The latest sunset in Strathfieldsaye in 2026 is at 8:45 PM on January 2 (Australia/Melbourne). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Strathfieldsaye?
After sunset at 5:48 PM in Strathfieldsaye, civil twilight ends at 6:15 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:15 PM (Australia/Melbourne).
What these times mean
Solar times in Strathfieldsaye 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 Strathfieldsaye
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Strathfieldsaye on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:19 AM | 8:43 PM | 14h 24m |
| February | 6:53 AM | 8:19 PM | 13h 26m |
| March | 7:20 AM | 7:41 PM | 12h 21m |
| April | 6:47 AM | 5:57 PM | 11h 09m |
| May | 7:13 AM | 5:24 PM | 10h 11m |
| June | 7:33 AM | 5:12 PM | 9h 39m |
| July | 7:32 AM | 5:24 PM | 9h 52m |
| August | 7:06 AM | 5:48 PM | 10h 42m |
| September | 6:23 AM | 6:13 PM | 11h 50m |
| October | 6:38 AM | 7:38 PM | 13h 00m |
| November | 6:04 AM | 8:09 PM | 14h 05m |
| December | 5:57 AM | 8:37 PM | 14h 40m |