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Sun Times in West Moonah
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in West Moonah?
Sunrise in West Moonah on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 6:44 AM (Australia/Hobart). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in West Moonah?
Sunset in West Moonah on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 5:40 PM (Australia/Hobart). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in West Moonah?
Morning golden hour in West Moonah ends at 7:23 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:01 PM.
How long is the day in West Moonah?
On Saturday, August 29, 2026 in West Moonah there are 10 hours and 55 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in West Moonah?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in West Moonah at 12:12 PM (Australia/Hobart). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in West Moonah?
In West Moonah, sunset is at 5:40 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:14 PM (Australia/Hobart). Civil twilight ends at 6:09 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in West Moonah?
Twilight in West Moonah lasts approximately 94 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 Moonah?
The earliest sunrise in West Moonah in 2026 is at 5:56 AM on October 31 (Australia/Hobart). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in West Moonah?
The latest sunset in West Moonah in 2026 is at 8:52 PM on December 29 (Australia/Hobart). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in West Moonah?
After sunset at 5:40 PM in West Moonah, civil twilight ends at 6:09 PM — about 29 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:14 PM (Australia/Hobart).
What these times mean
Solar times in West Moonah 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 Moonah
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in West Moonah on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:50 AM | 8:49 PM | 14h 59m |
| February | 6:31 AM | 8:17 PM | 13h 46m |
| March | 7:06 AM | 7:32 PM | 12h 25m |
| April | 6:42 AM | 5:38 PM | 10h 56m |
| May | 7:15 AM | 4:58 PM | 9h 42m |
| June | 7:40 AM | 4:42 PM | 9h 02m |
| July | 7:37 AM | 4:56 PM | 9h 19m |
| August | 7:04 AM | 5:26 PM | 10h 22m |
| September | 6:13 AM | 5:59 PM | 11h 46m |
| October | 6:20 AM | 7:33 PM | 13h 13m |
| November | 5:38 AM | 8:12 PM | 14h 34m |
| December | 5:26 AM | 8:45 PM | 15h 19m |