Sun Times in Amarillo
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Amarillo?
Sunrise in Amarillo on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 7:10 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Amarillo?
Sunset in Amarillo on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 8:29 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Amarillo?
Morning golden hour in Amarillo ends at 7:45 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:55 PM.
How long is the day in Amarillo?
On Thursday, August 20, 2026 in Amarillo there are 13 hours and 18 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Amarillo?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Amarillo at 1:50 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Amarillo?
In Amarillo, sunset is at 8:29 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:00 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:56 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Amarillo?
Twilight in Amarillo lasts approximately 91 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 Amarillo?
The earliest sunrise in Amarillo in 2026 is at 6:32 AM on June 5 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Amarillo?
The latest sunset in Amarillo in 2026 is at 9:06 PM on June 28 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Amarillo?
After sunset at 8:29 PM in Amarillo, civil twilight ends at 8:56 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:00 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Amarillo 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 Amarillo
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Amarillo on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:55 AM | 5:58 PM | 10h 03m |
| February | 7:33 AM | 6:29 PM | 10h 57m |
| March | 7:57 AM | 7:55 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 7:14 AM | 8:20 PM | 13h 05m |
| May | 6:43 AM | 8:44 PM | 14h 02m |
| June | 6:32 AM | 9:03 PM | 14h 31m |
| July | 6:44 AM | 9:02 PM | 14h 18m |
| August | 7:07 AM | 8:35 PM | 13h 29m |
| September | 7:30 AM | 7:54 PM | 12h 24m |
| October | 7:53 AM | 7:12 PM | 11h 18m |
| November | 7:22 AM | 5:41 PM | 10h 19m |
| December | 7:48 AM | 5:36 PM | 9h 48m |
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