Today in Sydney, Canada, the sun rises at 5:18 AM and sets at 8:55 PM, giving the city exactly 15h 36m of daylight. That is 1 minutes shorter than yesterday—just past its peak, losing daylight slowly. With 167 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Sydney is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Sydney
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Sydney runs from N/A to 6:04 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 8:09 PM and lasts until 8:55 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Sydney experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 15h 36m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Sydney falls exactly at 1:06 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 35.63 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Sydney today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Sydney?
At Sydney's latitude of 46.1382112°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 273.63° (W). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Sydney are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 46.1382112, -60.1941912. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Sydney (Past Years)
Due to the Earth's precise orbit, solar times remain highly consistent year over year. Here is a comparison of today's sunrise and sunset times in Sydney versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:18 AM | 8:55 PM | 15h 36m |
| 2025 | 5:18 AM | 8:55 PM | 15h 36m |
| 2021 | 5:18 AM | 8:55 PM | 15h 36m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Sydney today?
In Sydney, the sun rises at exactly 5:18 AM and sets at 8:55 PM today. This gives the city a total of 15h 36m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Sydney today?
Today, morning golden hour in Sydney runs from N/A to 6:04 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 8:09 PM and lasts until 8:51 PM.
Why does sunrise in Sydney shift every day?
At Sydney's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 273.63° (W). Because of Earth's tilt, the city is just past its peak, losing daylight slowly until the Winter Solstice on December 21.
What is the UV Index in Sydney at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:06 PM when the sun reaches 35.63. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Sydney today.
Has the sunrise time in Sydney changed compared to previous years?
Due to the Earth's precise orbit, solar times remain highly consistent year over year. Exactly one year ago in 2025, sunrise was at 5:18 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:18 AM.