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Sun Times in Windsor Downs
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Windsor Downs?
Sunrise in Windsor Downs on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 6:21 AM (Australia/Sydney). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Windsor Downs?
Sunset in Windsor Downs on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 5:35 PM (Australia/Sydney). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Windsor Downs?
Morning golden hour in Windsor Downs ends at 6:55 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:01 PM.
How long is the day in Windsor Downs?
On Friday, August 28, 2026 in Windsor Downs there are 11 hours and 13 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Windsor Downs?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Windsor Downs at 11:58 AM (Australia/Sydney). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Windsor Downs?
In Windsor Downs, sunset is at 5:35 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 6:58 PM (Australia/Sydney). Civil twilight ends at 6:00 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Windsor Downs?
Twilight in Windsor Downs 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 Windsor Downs?
The earliest sunrise in Windsor Downs in 2026 is at 5:58 AM on October 31 (Australia/Sydney). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Windsor Downs?
The latest sunset in Windsor Downs in 2026 is at 8:11 PM on January 6 (Australia/Sydney). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Windsor Downs?
After sunset at 5:35 PM in Windsor Downs, civil twilight ends at 6:00 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 6:58 PM (Australia/Sydney).
What these times mean
Solar times in Windsor Downs 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 Windsor Downs
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Windsor Downs on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:01 AM | 8:10 PM | 14h 08m |
| February | 6:31 AM | 7:49 PM | 13h 17m |
| March | 6:55 AM | 7:15 PM | 12h 20m |
| April | 6:18 AM | 5:34 PM | 11h 16m |
| May | 6:41 AM | 5:04 PM | 10h 24m |
| June | 6:59 AM | 4:55 PM | 9h 56m |
| July | 6:59 AM | 5:06 PM | 10h 07m |
| August | 6:35 AM | 5:27 PM | 10h 51m |
| September | 5:56 AM | 5:48 PM | 11h 51m |
| October | 6:16 AM | 7:09 PM | 12h 54m |
| November | 5:45 AM | 7:37 PM | 13h 51m |
| December | 5:40 AM | 8:02 PM | 14h 22m |