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Sunrise and sunset in Canberra, Australia
Tuesday, October 13
Golden hour: 6:25 AM–6:59 AM and 6:42 PM–7:16 PM
Times are local time in Canberra. Current time in Canberra →
Sunrise and sunset in Canberra through the year
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | 5:42 AM | 6:07 PM | 12h 25m |
| Oct 15, 2026 | 6:22 AM | 7:18 PM | 12h 56m |
| Nov 1, 2026 | 6:02 AM | 7:33 PM | 13h 31m |
| Nov 15, 2026 | 5:50 AM | 7:48 PM | 13h 57m |
| Dec 1, 2026 | 5:43 AM | 8:03 PM | 14h 20m |
| Dec 15, 2026 | 5:44 AM | 8:15 PM | 14h 31m |
| Jan 1, 2027 | 5:52 AM | 8:22 PM | 14h 30m |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 6:05 AM | 8:22 PM | 14h 17m |
| Feb 1, 2027 | 6:22 AM | 8:13 PM | 13h 51m |
| Feb 15, 2027 | 6:37 AM | 8:00 PM | 13h 23m |
| Mar 1, 2027 | 6:50 AM | 7:44 PM | 12h 53m |
| Mar 15, 2027 | 7:02 AM | 7:25 PM | 12h 22m |
| Apr 1, 2027 | 7:16 AM | 7:00 PM | 11h 44m |
| Apr 15, 2027 | 6:27 AM | 5:41 PM | 11h 14m |
| May 1, 2027 | 6:40 AM | 5:23 PM | 10h 42m |
| May 15, 2027 | 6:52 AM | 5:10 PM | 10h 18m |
| Jun 1, 2027 | 7:04 AM | 5:00 PM | 9h 57m |
| Jun 15, 2027 | 7:11 AM | 4:58 PM | 9h 48m |
| Jul 1, 2027 | 7:14 AM | 5:02 PM | 9h 48m |
| Jul 15, 2027 | 7:11 AM | 5:09 PM | 9h 59m |
| Aug 1, 2027 | 7:00 AM | 5:21 PM | 10h 21m |
| Aug 15, 2027 | 6:46 AM | 5:32 PM | 10h 45m |
| Sep 1, 2027 | 6:25 AM | 5:44 PM | 11h 19m |
| Sep 15, 2027 | 6:05 AM | 5:55 PM | 11h 49m |
Calculated for 35.28°S, 149.13°E, including daylight saving time where Canberra uses it. Times can differ by a minute or two from other sources and with terrain.
Daylight in Canberra this year
- Longest day: December 22 (14h 32m)
- Shortest day: June 22 (9h 46m)
- Earliest sunrise: 5:39 AM on October 3
- Latest sunset: 8:23 PM on January 4
Questions
What time is sunrise in Canberra today?
On October 13, the sun rises at 6:25 AM and sets at 7:16 PM in Canberra, giving 12 hours 51 minutes of daylight. The times at the top of this page update every day.
When is the longest day of the year in Canberra?
The longest day in Canberra in 2026 is December 22, with 14 hours 32 minutes of daylight.
When is the shortest day of the year in Canberra?
The shortest day in Canberra in 2026 is June 22, with 9 hours 46 minutes of daylight.
When is the earliest sunrise and latest sunset in Canberra?
The earliest sunrise in 2026 is 5:39 AM on October 3, and the latest sunset is 8:23 PM on January 4. They don't fall on the longest day because the Earth's orbit is slightly elliptical.
When is golden hour in Canberra?
Today, golden hour in Canberra is from sunrise (6:25 AM) to 6:59 AM in the morning, and from 6:42 PM to sunset (7:16 PM) in the evening. That's when the sun is less than 6° above the horizon and the light is soft and warm — the favorite time for photos.
What is civil twilight?
Civil twilight is when the sun is less than 6° below the horizon. It's light enough to see outdoors without lights — the 'first light' before sunrise and 'last light' after sunset shown on this page.