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Sun Times in West Wodonga
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in West Wodonga?
Sunrise in West Wodonga on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:55 AM (Australia/Melbourne). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in West Wodonga?
Sunset in West Wodonga on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 5:39 PM (Australia/Melbourne). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in West Wodonga?
Morning golden hour in West Wodonga ends at 7:31 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:03 PM.
How long is the day in West Wodonga?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in West Wodonga there are 10 hours and 44 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in West Wodonga?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in West Wodonga at 12:17 PM (Australia/Melbourne). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in West Wodonga?
In West Wodonga, sunset is at 5:39 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:06 PM (Australia/Melbourne). Civil twilight ends at 6:05 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in West Wodonga?
Twilight in West Wodonga lasts approximately 87 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 Wodonga?
The earliest sunrise in West Wodonga in 2026 is at 6:10 AM on October 31 (Australia/Melbourne). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in West Wodonga?
The latest sunset in West Wodonga in 2026 is at 8:33 PM on January 2 (Australia/Melbourne). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in West Wodonga?
After sunset at 5:39 PM in West Wodonga, civil twilight ends at 6:05 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:06 PM (Australia/Melbourne).
What these times mean
Solar times in West Wodonga 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 Wodonga
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in West Wodonga on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:11 AM | 8:31 PM | 14h 21m |
| February | 6:44 AM | 8:08 PM | 13h 24m |
| March | 7:10 AM | 7:31 PM | 12h 21m |
| April | 6:37 AM | 5:47 PM | 11h 11m |
| May | 7:01 AM | 5:15 PM | 10h 14m |
| June | 7:21 AM | 5:04 PM | 9h 43m |
| July | 7:21 AM | 5:16 PM | 9h 55m |
| August | 6:55 AM | 5:39 PM | 10h 44m |
| September | 6:13 AM | 6:03 PM | 11h 50m |
| October | 6:29 AM | 7:27 PM | 12h 58m |
| November | 5:56 AM | 7:58 PM | 14h 02m |
| December | 5:49 AM | 8:25 PM | 14h 36m |