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Sun Times in Tin Can Bay
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Tin Can Bay?
Sunrise in Tin Can Bay on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 5:58 AM (Australia/Brisbane). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Tin Can Bay?
Sunset in Tin Can Bay on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 5:36 PM (Australia/Brisbane). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Tin Can Bay?
Morning golden hour in Tin Can Bay ends at 6:29 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:05 PM.
How long is the day in Tin Can Bay?
On Thursday, September 3, 2026 in Tin Can Bay there are 11 hours and 37 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Tin Can Bay?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Tin Can Bay at 11:47 AM (Australia/Brisbane). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Tin Can Bay?
In Tin Can Bay, sunset is at 5:36 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 6:53 PM (Australia/Brisbane). Civil twilight ends at 5:59 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Tin Can Bay?
Twilight in Tin Can Bay lasts approximately 77 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 Tin Can Bay?
The earliest sunrise in Tin Can Bay in 2026 is at 4:48 AM on November 23 (Australia/Brisbane). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Tin Can Bay?
The latest sunset in Tin Can Bay in 2026 is at 6:44 PM on January 5 (Australia/Brisbane). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Tin Can Bay?
After sunset at 5:36 PM in Tin Can Bay, civil twilight ends at 5:59 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 6:53 PM (Australia/Brisbane).
What these times mean
Solar times in Tin Can Bay 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 Tin Can Bay
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Tin Can Bay on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:09 AM | 6:44 PM | 13h 35m |
| February | 5:32 AM | 6:30 PM | 12h 58m |
| March | 5:48 AM | 6:04 PM | 12h 16m |
| April | 6:03 AM | 5:32 PM | 11h 29m |
| May | 6:18 AM | 5:10 PM | 10h 52m |
| June | 6:32 AM | 5:04 PM | 10h 32m |
| July | 6:34 AM | 5:13 PM | 10h 40m |
| August | 6:16 AM | 5:28 PM | 11h 12m |
| September | 5:45 AM | 5:41 PM | 11h 55m |
| October | 5:13 AM | 5:54 PM | 12h 41m |
| November | 4:51 AM | 6:13 PM | 13h 23m |
| December | 4:50 AM | 6:35 PM | 13h 45m |