Sunrise & sunset times in Wollongong, Australia
On Wednesday 2 September 2026, the sun rises at 06:14 and sets at 17:38 in Wollongong. All times are shown in the Australia/Sydney timezone.
Today in Wollongong
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Golden hour in Wollongong today
Golden hour is the soft, warm light when the sun is low — from just after sunrise up to a few degrees above the horizon, and again from a few degrees down to sunset. The exact length depends on latitude and the time of year.
Photographers use golden hour for soft, directional warm light. Architects and travellers track it to time outdoor shots and walks in Wollongong when the sun is at its most flattering angle.
Monthly sunrise & sunset in Wollongong (2026)
Times are calculated for the 15th of each month at Wollongong’s coordinates.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Solar noon | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 05:59 | 20:11 | 13:05 | 14h 12m |
| February | 06:30 | 19:50 | 13:10 | 13h 19m |
| March | 06:55 | 19:15 | 13:05 | 12h 19m |
| April | 06:19 | 17:33 | 11:56 | 11h 14m |
| May | 06:42 | 17:02 | 11:52 | 10h 20m |
| June | 07:00 | 16:52 | 11:56 | 9h 51m |
| July | 07:00 | 17:04 | 12:02 | 10h 03m |
| August | 06:36 | 17:25 | 12:01 | 10h 49m |
| September | 05:56 | 17:47 | 11:51 | 11h 51m |
| October | 06:15 | 19:10 | 12:42 | 12h 54m |
| November | 05:43 | 19:38 | 12:40 | 13h 54m |
| December | 05:38 | 20:04 | 12:51 | 14h 26m |
Solar year in Wollongong (2026)
Day length in Wollongong swings by 4h 37m between the longest day in December and the shortest in June.
Day length across the year in Wollongong
Longest day in Wollongong: 14h 18m on 21 Dec. Shortest day: 9h 42m on 21 Jun. Today the sun is up for about 11h 19m.
Moon tonight in Wollongong
Next full moon on 26 September 2026, next new moon on 11 September 2026. See the full moon page for the live phase visual and a moon overlay on the interactive map.
Frequently asked questions
What time is sunrise in Wollongong today?▼
The sun rises at 06:14 Australia/Sydney in Wollongong, Australia today.
What time is sunset in Wollongong today?▼
The sun sets at 17:38 Australia/Sydney in Wollongong today.
How long is the day in Wollongong today?▼
Daylight in Wollongong today lasts 11 hours and 24 minutes, between sunrise and sunset.
When is the golden hour in Wollongong?▼
The morning golden hour in Wollongong runs from 05:49 to 06:48, and the evening golden hour runs from 17:04 to 18:03.
What is the timezone of Wollongong?▼
Wollongong uses the Australia/Sydney timezone. All sunrise and sunset times on this page are shown in local time.
When is the longest day of the year in Wollongong?▼
The longest day of 2026 in Wollongong is 22 December 2026, with 14h 28m of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
When is the shortest day of the year in Wollongong?▼
The shortest day of 2026 in Wollongong is 21 June 2026, with 9h 51m of daylight.
How much does daylight vary through the year in Wollongong?▼
Between the longest and shortest day of 2026, day length in Wollongong swings by 4h 37m.