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Sun Times in West Ballina
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in West Ballina?
Sunrise in West Ballina on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:18 AM (Australia/Sydney). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in West Ballina?
Sunset in West Ballina on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 5:22 PM (Australia/Sydney). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in West Ballina?
Morning golden hour in West Ballina ends at 6:51 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 4:49 PM.
How long is the day in West Ballina?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in West Ballina there are 11 hours and 4 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in West Ballina?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in West Ballina at 11:50 AM (Australia/Sydney). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in West Ballina?
In West Ballina, sunset is at 5:22 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 6:42 PM (Australia/Sydney). Civil twilight ends at 5:47 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in West Ballina?
Twilight in West Ballina lasts approximately 80 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 West Ballina?
The earliest sunrise in West Ballina in 2026 is at 5:54 AM on October 30 (Australia/Sydney). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in West Ballina?
The latest sunset in West Ballina in 2026 is at 7:48 PM on January 3 (Australia/Sydney). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in West Ballina?
After sunset at 5:22 PM in West Ballina, civil twilight ends at 5:47 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 6:42 PM (Australia/Sydney).
What these times mean
Solar times in West Ballina 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 West Ballina
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in West Ballina on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:01 AM | 7:48 PM | 13h 47m |
| February | 6:27 AM | 7:32 PM | 13h 05m |
| March | 6:46 AM | 7:03 PM | 12h 17m |
| April | 6:03 AM | 5:27 PM | 11h 24m |
| May | 6:21 AM | 5:02 PM | 10h 41m |
| June | 6:36 AM | 4:55 PM | 10h 19m |
| July | 6:37 AM | 5:05 PM | 10h 28m |
| August | 6:18 AM | 5:22 PM | 11h 04m |
| September | 5:44 AM | 5:38 PM | 11h 54m |
| October | 6:09 AM | 6:54 PM | 12h 45m |
| November | 5:44 AM | 7:17 PM | 13h 33m |
| December | 5:41 AM | 7:40 PM | 13h 58m |