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Sun Times in Williamstown North
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Williamstown North?
Sunrise in Williamstown North on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:41 AM (Australia/Melbourne). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Williamstown North?
Sunset in Williamstown North on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 5:59 PM (Australia/Melbourne). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Williamstown North?
Morning golden hour in Williamstown North ends at 7:16 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:24 PM.
How long is the day in Williamstown North?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Williamstown North there are 11 hours and 18 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Williamstown North?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Williamstown North at 12:20 PM (Australia/Melbourne). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Williamstown North?
In Williamstown North, sunset is at 5:59 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:27 PM (Australia/Melbourne). Civil twilight ends at 6:26 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Williamstown North?
Twilight in Williamstown North 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 Williamstown North?
The earliest sunrise in Williamstown North in 2026 is at 6:15 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 Williamstown North?
The latest sunset in Williamstown North in 2026 is at 8:46 PM on January 3 (Australia/Melbourne). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Williamstown North?
After sunset at 5:59 PM in Williamstown North, civil twilight ends at 6:26 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:27 PM (Australia/Melbourne).
What these times mean
Solar times in Williamstown North 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 Williamstown North
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Williamstown North on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:14 AM | 8:44 PM | 14h 30m |
| February | 6:49 AM | 8:19 PM | 13h 30m |
| March | 7:18 AM | 7:40 PM | 12h 22m |
| April | 6:46 AM | 5:53 PM | 11h 07m |
| May | 7:13 AM | 5:19 PM | 10h 06m |
| June | 7:34 AM | 5:07 PM | 9h 33m |
| July | 7:33 AM | 5:19 PM | 9h 47m |
| August | 7:05 AM | 5:44 PM | 10h 39m |
| September | 6:21 AM | 6:10 PM | 11h 49m |
| October | 6:35 AM | 7:37 PM | 13h 02m |
| November | 6:00 AM | 8:10 PM | 14h 10m |
| December | 5:52 AM | 8:38 PM | 14h 46m |