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Sun Times in Surrey Downs
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Surrey Downs?
Sunrise in Surrey Downs on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 6:40 AM (Australia/Adelaide). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Surrey Downs?
Sunset in Surrey Downs on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 5:53 PM (Australia/Adelaide). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Surrey Downs?
Morning golden hour in Surrey Downs ends at 7:14 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:19 PM.
How long is the day in Surrey Downs?
On Saturday, August 29, 2026 in Surrey Downs there are 11 hours and 13 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Surrey Downs?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Surrey Downs at 12:16 PM (Australia/Adelaide). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Surrey Downs?
In Surrey Downs, sunset is at 5:53 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:17 PM (Australia/Adelaide). Civil twilight ends at 6:18 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Surrey Downs?
Twilight in Surrey Downs lasts approximately 84 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 Surrey Downs?
The earliest sunrise in Surrey Downs in 2026 is at 6:14 AM on October 31 (Australia/Adelaide). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Surrey Downs?
The latest sunset in Surrey Downs in 2026 is at 8:32 PM on January 2 (Australia/Adelaide). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Surrey Downs?
After sunset at 5:53 PM in Surrey Downs, civil twilight ends at 6:18 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:17 PM (Australia/Adelaide).
What these times mean
Solar times in Surrey Downs 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 Surrey Downs
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Surrey Downs on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:17 AM | 8:31 PM | 14h 14m |
| February | 6:48 AM | 8:09 PM | 13h 21m |
| March | 7:13 AM | 7:33 PM | 12h 20m |
| April | 6:38 AM | 5:51 PM | 11h 13m |
| May | 7:01 AM | 5:20 PM | 10h 19m |
| June | 7:20 AM | 5:10 PM | 9h 50m |
| July | 7:20 AM | 5:22 PM | 10h 02m |
| August | 6:55 AM | 5:44 PM | 10h 48m |
| September | 6:15 AM | 6:06 PM | 11h 51m |
| October | 6:33 AM | 7:29 PM | 12h 56m |
| November | 6:01 AM | 7:58 PM | 13h 56m |
| December | 5:55 AM | 8:24 PM | 14h 29m |