Melbourne Causeway Sunrise & Sunset
Saturday, October 31 at Melbourne Causeway, Florida. There are 11h 06m of daylight, from sunrise at 7:33 AM to sunset at 6:39 PM.
The light today
From first light to last, local to Melbourne Causeway.
Daylight by month in Melbourne Causeway
How sunrise, sunset, and the length of the day change across 2026 at this latitude. Times are for the 15th of each month.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 7:15 AM | 5:49 PM | 10h 33m | |
| Feb | 7:00 AM | 6:13 PM | 11h 13m | |
| Mar | 7:32 AM | 7:31 PM | 11h 59m | |
| Apr | 6:58 AM | 7:48 PM | 12h 50m | |
| May | 6:33 AM | 8:05 PM | 13h 32m | |
| JunLongest | 6:25 AM | 8:20 PM | 13h 55m | |
| Jul | 6:35 AM | 8:21 PM | 13h 45m | |
| Aug | 6:52 AM | 8:01 PM | 13h 09m | |
| Sep | 7:07 AM | 7:27 PM | 12h 20m | |
| Oct | 7:23 AM | 6:53 PM | 11h 31m | |
| Nov | 6:44 AM | 5:30 PM | 10h 46m | |
| DecShortest | 7:06 AM | 5:29 PM | 10h 23m |
Longest day around June 21 (13h 56m), shortest around December 21 (10h 22m). That is a swing of 3h 34m across the year.
Time your day on the water
Sunrise, tides, and the day's conditions worth knowing for your spots, plus the occasional Pathr update. No spam.
Sunrise, sunset & daylight at Melbourne Causeway
On the water, the light runs the day. First light is when you can start to see the channel; the hour after sunrise and the hour before sunset is the soft golden light anglers and photographers wait for; and last light is your deadline to be back on the mooring. The times on this page are calculated for Melbourne Causeway’s exact position and follow the local clock, daylight saving included.
Daylight is not fixed. It swings with the season, and how far it swings depends on latitude. Melbourne Causeway runs from about 10h 22m at the shortest day to 13h 56m at the longest. Plan an early start against first light, line up the evening bite with the golden hour and sunset, and cross-check the Melbourne Causeway tide chart and marine forecast before you head out.
Frequently asked
What time is sunrise and sunset in Melbourne Causeway today?+
On Saturday, October 31, the sun rises at 7:33 AM and sets at 6:39 PM at Melbourne Causeway, Florida. First light (dawn) is around 7:09 AM and last light (dusk) is around 7:03 PM.
How many hours of daylight does Melbourne Causeway get today?+
Saturday, October 31 has 11h 06m of daylight at Melbourne Causeway. The days are getting shorter by about 1 minute a day right now.
When is the longest and shortest day of the year in Melbourne Causeway?+
The longest day at Melbourne Causeway is around June 21 with 13h 56m of daylight, and the shortest is around December 21 with 10h 22m. That is a swing of 3h 34m across the year.
What is first light, golden hour, and solar noon?+
First light (civil dawn) is when the sky brightens enough to see, about 30 minutes before sunrise. Golden hour is the soft, low-angle light right after sunrise and right before sunset. Solar noon is when the sun is highest, at 1:06 PM today. These matter for planning a dawn departure, a photo, or the evening bite.
Are these sunrise and sunset times accurate?+
Yes. They are calculated to the minute for Melbourne Causeway's exact coordinates (28.083°, -80.592°) using the standard astronomical equations NOAA's own solar calculator uses, and they follow the local time zone including daylight saving. Times are for a flat sea horizon; hills or headlands can shift the real moment a little.
Pathr nautical charts
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Select a coastal location on Pathr’s nautical chart for sunrise, sunset, daylight and golden hour, calculated for that spot’s coordinates and local time.
Nearby sunrise & sunset times
Bridge clearances near Melbourne Causeway
Vertical clearance and drawbridge opening schedules for the bridges closest to Melbourne Causeway. Check them against your air draft before you head out.
