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Sunrise and sunset in Melbourne, Australia
Tuesday, October 13
Golden hour: 6:39 AM–7:14 AM and 7:00 PM–7:35 PM
Times are local time in Melbourne. Current time in Melbourne →
Sunrise and sunset in Melbourne through the year
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | 5:57 AM | 6:24 PM | 12h 27m |
| Oct 15, 2026 | 6:36 AM | 7:37 PM | 13h 1m |
| Nov 1, 2026 | 6:15 AM | 7:54 PM | 13h 40m |
| Nov 15, 2026 | 6:01 AM | 8:10 PM | 14h 8m |
| Dec 1, 2026 | 5:53 AM | 8:27 PM | 14h 34m |
| Dec 15, 2026 | 5:53 AM | 8:39 PM | 14h 45m |
| Jan 1, 2027 | 6:02 AM | 8:46 PM | 14h 44m |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 6:15 AM | 8:45 PM | 14h 30m |
| Feb 1, 2027 | 6:34 AM | 8:35 PM | 14h 1m |
| Feb 15, 2027 | 6:50 AM | 8:21 PM | 13h 31m |
| Mar 1, 2027 | 7:05 AM | 8:03 PM | 12h 58m |
| Mar 15, 2027 | 7:18 AM | 7:42 PM | 12h 24m |
| Apr 1, 2027 | 7:34 AM | 7:16 PM | 11h 42m |
| Apr 15, 2027 | 6:46 AM | 5:56 PM | 11h 9m |
| May 1, 2027 | 7:01 AM | 5:35 PM | 10h 34m |
| May 15, 2027 | 7:14 AM | 5:21 PM | 10h 8m |
| Jun 1, 2027 | 7:27 AM | 5:11 PM | 9h 44m |
| Jun 15, 2027 | 7:34 AM | 5:08 PM | 9h 34m |
| Jul 1, 2027 | 7:37 AM | 5:12 PM | 9h 35m |
| Jul 15, 2027 | 7:34 AM | 5:20 PM | 9h 46m |
| Aug 1, 2027 | 7:22 AM | 5:33 PM | 10h 11m |
| Aug 15, 2027 | 7:07 AM | 5:44 PM | 10h 38m |
| Sep 1, 2027 | 6:44 AM | 5:59 PM | 11h 15m |
| Sep 15, 2027 | 6:23 AM | 6:10 PM | 11h 48m |
Calculated for 37.82°S, 144.97°E, including daylight saving time where Melbourne uses it. Times can differ by a minute or two from other sources and with terrain.
Daylight in Melbourne this year
- Longest day: December 22 (14h 47m)
- Shortest day: June 22 (9h 32m)
- Earliest sunrise: 5:52 AM on December 5
- Latest sunset: 8:46 PM on January 1
Questions
What time is sunrise in Melbourne today?
On October 13, the sun rises at 6:39 AM and sets at 7:35 PM in Melbourne, giving 12 hours 56 minutes of daylight. The times at the top of this page update every day.
When is the longest day of the year in Melbourne?
The longest day in Melbourne in 2026 is December 22, with 14 hours 47 minutes of daylight.
When is the shortest day of the year in Melbourne?
The shortest day in Melbourne in 2026 is June 22, with 9 hours 32 minutes of daylight.
When is the earliest sunrise and latest sunset in Melbourne?
The earliest sunrise in 2026 is 5:52 AM on December 5, and the latest sunset is 8:46 PM on January 1. They don't fall on the longest day because the Earth's orbit is slightly elliptical.
When is golden hour in Melbourne?
Today, golden hour in Melbourne is from sunrise (6:39 AM) to 7:14 AM in the morning, and from 7:00 PM to sunset (7:35 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.