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Melbourne, Australia - Sunrise Time

Wondering when the sun comes up in Melbourne? Here is today's exact sunrise time for Melbourne, Australia, along with first light and the morning golden hour — everything you need to plan an early shoot or a quiet start to the day.

Melbourne Sunrise TimeAugust 28

Sunrise Time
First Light
Morning Golden Hour
6:49 AM – 7:25 AM
Sunset Time
Daylight
Timezone
Australia/Melbourne

Sunrise times by month in Melbourne

MonthSunrise TimeSunset TimeDaylight
January6:15 AM8:45 PM14h 29m
February6:50 AM8:20 PM13h 30m
March7:19 AM7:42 PM12h 23m
April6:47 AM5:55 PM11h 8m
May7:14 AM5:21 PM10h 7m
June7:35 AM5:08 PM9h 33m
July7:33 AM5:20 PM9h 46m
August7:07 AM5:45 PM10h 38m
September6:22 AM6:11 PM11h 48m
October6:36 AM7:37 PM13h 0m
November6:01 AM8:10 PM14h 8m
December5:53 AM8:39 PM14h 45m

Times shown are for the 15th of each month, in local time.

Tonight's sunset in Melbourne — time, golden hour & quality forecast

Frequently Asked Questions

What time is sunrise in Melbourne today?

Today's sunrise in Melbourne, Australia is at 6:49 AM, giving 11h 6m of daylight before sunset at 5:56 PM.

What time is first light in Melbourne today?

First light in Melbourne begins at 6:23 AM — the start of civil twilight, roughly half an hour before sunrise at 6:49 AM. The pre-sunrise sky often shows the softest colors of the day.

What time is the morning golden hour in Melbourne?

The morning golden hour in Melbourne runs 6:49 AM – 7:25 AM, starting at sunrise. The low sun gives soft, warm, directional light — and mornings are usually calmer and less crowded than sunset.

What is the best time for sunrise photography in Melbourne?

Arrive at least 30 minutes before sunrise (6:49 AM) to catch the pre-dawn glow. The most vibrant colors typically appear 10-15 minutes before the sun clears the horizon, with a soft golden window right after.

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