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Sun Times in Swan Hill
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Swan Hill?
Sunrise in Swan Hill on Sunday, August 30, 2026 is at 6:49 AM (Australia/Sydney). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Swan Hill?
Sunset in Swan Hill on Sunday, August 30, 2026 is at 6:04 PM (Australia/Sydney). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Swan Hill?
Morning golden hour in Swan Hill ends at 7:24 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:29 PM.
How long is the day in Swan Hill?
On Sunday, August 30, 2026 in Swan Hill there are 11 hours and 14 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Swan Hill?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Swan Hill at 12:26 PM (Australia/Sydney). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Swan Hill?
In Swan Hill, sunset is at 6:04 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:28 PM (Australia/Sydney). Civil twilight ends at 6:29 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Swan Hill?
Twilight in Swan Hill lasts approximately 85 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 Swan Hill?
The earliest sunrise in Swan Hill in 2026 is at 6:24 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 Swan Hill?
The latest sunset in Swan Hill in 2026 is at 8:44 PM on January 2 (Australia/Sydney). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Swan Hill?
After sunset at 6:04 PM in Swan Hill, civil twilight ends at 6:29 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:28 PM (Australia/Sydney).
What these times mean
Solar times in Swan Hill 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 Swan Hill
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Swan Hill on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:26 AM | 8:43 PM | 14h 17m |
| February | 6:58 AM | 8:20 PM | 13h 22m |
| March | 7:24 AM | 7:44 PM | 12h 20m |
| April | 6:49 AM | 6:01 PM | 11h 12m |
| May | 7:13 AM | 5:30 PM | 10h 17m |
| June | 7:32 AM | 5:19 PM | 9h 47m |
| July | 7:32 AM | 5:31 PM | 9h 59m |
| August | 7:07 AM | 5:53 PM | 10h 47m |
| September | 6:26 AM | 6:16 PM | 11h 51m |
| October | 6:43 AM | 7:40 PM | 12h 57m |
| November | 6:11 AM | 8:09 PM | 13h 58m |
| December | 6:04 AM | 8:36 PM | 14h 32m |