Sun Times in Abilene
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Abilene?
Sunrise in Abilene on Sunday, August 30, 2026 is at 7:12 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Abilene?
Sunset in Abilene on Sunday, August 30, 2026 is at 8:05 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Abilene?
Morning golden hour in Abilene ends at 7:45 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:32 PM.
How long is the day in Abilene?
On Sunday, August 30, 2026 in Abilene there are 12 hours and 52 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Abilene?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Abilene at 1:39 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Abilene?
In Abilene, sunset is at 8:05 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:30 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:30 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Abilene?
Twilight in Abilene lasts approximately 85 minutes from sunset to full darkness (astronomical dusk). This includes civil twilight, nautical twilight, and astronomical twilight.
What is the earliest sunrise of the year in Abilene?
The earliest sunrise in Abilene in 2026 is at 6:31 AM on June 4 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Abilene?
The latest sunset in Abilene in 2026 is at 8:50 PM on June 25 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Abilene?
After sunset at 8:05 PM in Abilene, civil twilight ends at 8:30 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:30 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Abilene shift throughout the year. Each stage of the day brings distinct light that photographers, outdoor planners, and everyday users rely on.
- Dawn
- The first usable twilight before sunrise, when the horizon brightens and color gradually returns to the sky.
- Sunrise
- The moment the upper edge of the sun appears above the horizon, starting direct daylight.
- Golden Hour
- The low-angle window just after sunrise and just before sunset, producing warm, soft light favored by photographers.
- Sunset
- The moment the upper edge of the sun drops below the horizon, ending direct sunlight for the day.
- Dusk
- The fading twilight after sunset, ending with astronomical dusk when the sky becomes fully dark.
Monthly daylight in Abilene
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Abilene on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:40 AM | 5:56 PM | 10h 16m |
| February | 7:21 AM | 6:24 PM | 11h 03m |
| March | 7:48 AM | 7:47 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 7:09 AM | 8:08 PM | 12h 59m |
| May | 6:40 AM | 8:30 PM | 13h 50m |
| June | 6:31 AM | 8:47 PM | 14h 16m |
| July | 6:42 AM | 8:47 PM | 14h 04m |
| August | 7:02 AM | 8:23 PM | 13h 20m |
| September | 7:22 AM | 7:44 PM | 12h 22m |
| October | 7:42 AM | 7:05 PM | 11h 23m |
| November | 7:08 AM | 5:38 PM | 10h 30m |
| December | 7:33 AM | 5:35 PM | 10h 02m |
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