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Sun Times in West Beach
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in West Beach?
Sunrise in West Beach on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 is at 6:12 AM (Australia/Perth). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in West Beach?
Sunset in West Beach on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 is at 5:33 PM (Australia/Perth). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in West Beach?
Morning golden hour in West Beach ends at 6:46 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 4:59 PM.
How long is the day in West Beach?
On Tuesday, September 1, 2026 in West Beach there are 11 hours and 21 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in West Beach?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in West Beach at 11:52 AM (Australia/Perth). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in West Beach?
In West Beach, sunset is at 5:33 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 6:56 PM (Australia/Perth). Civil twilight ends at 5:58 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in West Beach?
Twilight in West Beach 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 West Beach?
The earliest sunrise in West Beach in 2026 is at 4:34 AM on November 29 (Australia/Perth). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in West Beach?
The latest sunset in West Beach in 2026 is at 7:07 PM on January 3 (Australia/Perth). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in West Beach?
After sunset at 5:33 PM in West Beach, 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/Perth).
What these times mean
Solar times in West Beach 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 Beach
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in West Beach on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4:56 AM | 7:06 PM | 14h 09m |
| February | 5:27 AM | 6:45 PM | 13h 18m |
| March | 5:51 AM | 6:10 PM | 12h 19m |
| April | 6:14 AM | 5:29 PM | 11h 15m |
| May | 6:37 AM | 4:59 PM | 10h 23m |
| June | 6:55 AM | 4:50 PM | 9h 55m |
| July | 6:55 AM | 5:01 PM | 10h 06m |
| August | 6:31 AM | 5:22 PM | 10h 51m |
| September | 5:52 AM | 5:43 PM | 11h 52m |
| October | 5:11 AM | 6:05 PM | 12h 54m |
| November | 4:40 AM | 6:33 PM | 13h 52m |
| December | 4:35 AM | 6:59 PM | 14h 24m |