Sun Times in Thornleigh
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Thornleigh?
Sunrise in Thornleigh on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 6:22 AM (Australia/Sydney). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Thornleigh?
Sunset in Thornleigh on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 5:33 PM (Australia/Sydney). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Thornleigh?
Morning golden hour in Thornleigh ends at 6:56 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 4:59 PM.
How long is the day in Thornleigh?
On Wednesday, August 26, 2026 in Thornleigh there are 11 hours and 11 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Thornleigh?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Thornleigh at 11:57 AM (Australia/Sydney). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Thornleigh?
In Thornleigh, sunset is at 5:33 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 6:56 PM (Australia/Sydney). Civil twilight ends at 5:58 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Thornleigh?
Twilight in Thornleigh lasts approximately 83 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 Thornleigh?
The earliest sunrise in Thornleigh in 2026 is at 5:56 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 Thornleigh?
The latest sunset in Thornleigh in 2026 is at 8:10 PM on January 5 (Australia/Sydney). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Thornleigh?
After sunset at 5:33 PM in Thornleigh, civil twilight ends at 5:58 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 6:56 PM (Australia/Sydney).
What these times mean
Solar times in Thornleigh 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 Thornleigh
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Thornleigh on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:00 AM | 8:09 PM | 14h 09m |
| February | 6:30 AM | 7:48 PM | 13h 18m |
| March | 6:54 AM | 7:14 PM | 12h 20m |
| April | 6:17 AM | 5:33 PM | 11h 15m |
| May | 6:40 AM | 5:03 PM | 10h 23m |
| June | 6:58 AM | 4:53 PM | 9h 55m |
| July | 6:58 AM | 5:05 PM | 10h 07m |
| August | 6:34 AM | 5:26 PM | 10h 51m |
| September | 5:55 AM | 5:47 PM | 11h 51m |
| October | 6:15 AM | 7:08 PM | 12h 54m |
| November | 5:44 AM | 7:36 PM | 13h 52m |
| December | 5:39 AM | 8:02 PM | 14h 23m |
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