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Sun Times in Alvarado
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Alvarado?
Sunrise in Alvarado on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 6:53 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Alvarado?
Sunset in Alvarado on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 8:12 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Alvarado?
Morning golden hour in Alvarado ends at 7:27 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:38 PM.
How long is the day in Alvarado?
On Sunday, August 16, 2026 in Alvarado there are 13 hours and 18 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Alvarado?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Alvarado at 1:33 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Alvarado?
In Alvarado, sunset is at 8:12 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:40 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:37 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Alvarado?
Twilight in Alvarado lasts approximately 88 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 Alvarado?
The earliest sunrise in Alvarado in 2026 is at 6:21 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 Alvarado?
The latest sunset in Alvarado in 2026 is at 8:40 PM on June 28 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Alvarado?
After sunset at 8:12 PM in Alvarado, civil twilight ends at 8:37 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:40 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Alvarado 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 Alvarado
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Alvarado on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:30 AM | 5:46 PM | 10h 16m |
| February | 7:11 AM | 6:14 PM | 11h 04m |
| March | 7:38 AM | 7:36 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 6:59 AM | 7:58 PM | 12h 59m |
| May | 6:30 AM | 8:20 PM | 13h 50m |
| June | 6:21 AM | 8:37 PM | 14h 16m |
| July | 6:32 AM | 8:36 PM | 14h 04m |
| August | 6:52 AM | 8:13 PM | 13h 20m |
| September | 7:12 AM | 7:34 PM | 12h 22m |
| October | 7:32 AM | 6:55 PM | 11h 23m |
| November | 6:58 AM | 5:28 PM | 10h 30m |
| December | 7:22 AM | 5:25 PM | 10h 02m |