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Sun Times in Sydney Forks
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Sydney Forks?
Sunrise in Sydney Forks on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 6:09 AM (America/Glace_Bay). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Sydney Forks?
Sunset in Sydney Forks on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 7:57 PM (America/Glace_Bay). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Sydney Forks?
Morning golden hour in Sydney Forks ends at 6:50 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:17 PM.
How long is the day in Sydney Forks?
On Friday, August 21, 2026 in Sydney Forks there are 13 hours and 48 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Sydney Forks?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Sydney Forks at 1:04 PM (America/Glace_Bay). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Sydney Forks?
In Sydney Forks, sunset is at 7:57 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:50 PM (America/Glace_Bay). Civil twilight ends at 8:29 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Sydney Forks?
Twilight in Sydney Forks lasts approximately 113 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 Sydney Forks?
The earliest sunrise in Sydney Forks in 2026 is at 5:09 AM on June 11 (America/Glace_Bay). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Sydney Forks?
The latest sunset in Sydney Forks in 2026 is at 8:56 PM on June 22 (America/Glace_Bay). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Sydney Forks?
After sunset at 7:57 PM in Sydney Forks, civil twilight ends at 8:29 PM — about 32 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:50 PM (America/Glace_Bay).
What these times mean
Solar times in Sydney Forks 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 Sydney Forks
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Sydney Forks on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:39 AM | 4:42 PM | 9h 03m |
| February | 7:03 AM | 5:27 PM | 10h 24m |
| March | 7:13 AM | 7:07 PM | 11h 53m |
| April | 6:14 AM | 7:48 PM | 13h 34m |
| May | 5:28 AM | 8:27 PM | 14h 58m |
| June | 5:09 AM | 8:54 PM | 15h 45m |
| July | 5:25 AM | 8:48 PM | 15h 24m |
| August | 6:00 AM | 8:09 PM | 14h 09m |
| September | 6:39 AM | 7:12 PM | 12h 33m |
| October | 7:18 AM | 6:14 PM | 10h 57m |
| November | 7:01 AM | 4:29 PM | 9h 27m |
| December | 7:36 AM | 4:16 PM | 8h 40m |