Sun Times in Alturas
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Alturas?
Sunrise in Alturas on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:57 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Alturas?
Sunset in Alturas on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 8:05 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Alturas?
Morning golden hour in Alturas ends at 7:29 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:33 PM.
How long is the day in Alturas?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Alturas there are 13 hours and 7 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Alturas?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Alturas at 1:31 PM (America/New_York). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Alturas?
In Alturas, sunset is at 8:05 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:28 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:29 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Alturas?
Twilight in Alturas lasts approximately 83 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 Alturas?
The earliest sunrise in Alturas in 2026 is at 6:30 AM on June 1 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Alturas?
The latest sunset in Alturas in 2026 is at 8:27 PM on June 28 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Alturas?
After sunset at 8:05 PM in Alturas, civil twilight ends at 8:29 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:28 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Alturas 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 Alturas
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Alturas on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:19 AM | 5:53 PM | 10h 35m |
| February | 7:04 AM | 6:18 PM | 11h 14m |
| March | 7:36 AM | 7:35 PM | 11h 59m |
| April | 7:01 AM | 7:52 PM | 12h 50m |
| May | 6:37 AM | 8:09 PM | 13h 32m |
| June | 6:30 AM | 8:24 PM | 13h 54m |
| July | 6:40 AM | 8:24 PM | 13h 44m |
| August | 6:57 AM | 8:05 PM | 13h 08m |
| September | 7:12 AM | 7:31 PM | 12h 19m |
| October | 7:27 AM | 6:57 PM | 11h 30m |
| November | 6:48 AM | 5:34 PM | 10h 46m |
| December | 7:10 AM | 5:33 PM | 10h 23m |
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