Sun Times in Ballarat
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Ballarat?
Sunrise in Ballarat on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 is at 6:57 AM (Australia/Melbourne). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Ballarat?
Sunset in Ballarat on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 is at 5:56 PM (Australia/Melbourne). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Ballarat?
Morning golden hour in Ballarat ends at 7:33 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:20 PM.
How long is the day in Ballarat?
On Tuesday, August 25, 2026 in Ballarat there are 10 hours and 58 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Ballarat?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Ballarat at 12:27 PM (Australia/Melbourne). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Ballarat?
In Ballarat, sunset is at 5:56 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:24 PM (Australia/Melbourne). Civil twilight ends at 6:23 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Ballarat?
Twilight in Ballarat 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 Ballarat?
The earliest sunrise in Ballarat in 2026 is at 6:19 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 Ballarat?
The latest sunset in Ballarat in 2026 is at 8:49 PM on January 1 (Australia/Melbourne). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Ballarat?
After sunset at 5:56 PM in Ballarat, civil twilight ends at 6:23 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:24 PM (Australia/Melbourne).
What these times mean
Solar times in Ballarat 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 Ballarat
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Ballarat on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:19 AM | 8:47 PM | 14h 28m |
| February | 6:54 AM | 8:22 PM | 13h 29m |
| March | 7:22 AM | 7:44 PM | 12h 22m |
| April | 6:50 AM | 5:58 PM | 11h 08m |
| May | 7:17 AM | 5:24 PM | 10h 07m |
| June | 7:37 AM | 5:12 PM | 9h 35m |
| July | 7:36 AM | 5:24 PM | 9h 48m |
| August | 7:09 AM | 5:49 PM | 10h 40m |
| September | 6:25 AM | 6:14 PM | 11h 49m |
| October | 6:40 AM | 7:41 PM | 13h 01m |
| November | 6:05 AM | 8:13 PM | 14h 08m |
| December | 5:57 AM | 8:41 PM | 14h 44m |
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