Sun Times in Mackay
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Mackay?
Sunrise in Mackay on Sunday, August 23, 2026 is at 6:20 AM (Australia/Brisbane). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Mackay?
Sunset in Mackay on Sunday, August 23, 2026 is at 5:51 PM (Australia/Brisbane). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Mackay?
Morning golden hour in Mackay ends at 6:50 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:21 PM.
How long is the day in Mackay?
On Sunday, August 23, 2026 in Mackay there are 11 hours and 31 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Mackay?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Mackay at 12:06 PM (Australia/Brisbane). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Mackay?
In Mackay, sunset is at 5:51 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:06 PM (Australia/Brisbane). Civil twilight ends at 6:14 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Mackay?
Twilight in Mackay lasts approximately 75 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 Mackay?
The earliest sunrise in Mackay in 2026 is at 5:12 AM on November 22 (Australia/Brisbane). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Mackay?
The latest sunset in Mackay in 2026 is at 6:50 PM on January 7 (Australia/Brisbane). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Mackay?
After sunset at 5:51 PM in Mackay, civil twilight ends at 6:14 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:06 PM (Australia/Brisbane).
What these times mean
Solar times in Mackay 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 Mackay
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Mackay on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:34 AM | 6:50 PM | 13h 17m |
| February | 5:53 AM | 6:41 PM | 12h 47m |
| March | 6:05 AM | 6:19 PM | 12h 14m |
| April | 6:14 AM | 5:51 PM | 11h 37m |
| May | 6:26 AM | 5:33 PM | 11h 07m |
| June | 6:38 AM | 5:29 PM | 10h 51m |
| July | 6:40 AM | 5:38 PM | 10h 58m |
| August | 6:26 AM | 5:49 PM | 11h 23m |
| September | 6:00 AM | 5:57 PM | 11h 57m |
| October | 5:32 AM | 6:06 PM | 12h 34m |
| November | 5:14 AM | 6:21 PM | 13h 07m |
| December | 5:15 AM | 6:40 PM | 13h 25m |
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