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Sun Times in Arches
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Arches?
Sunrise in Arches on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 6:36 AM (Europe/Paris). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Arches?
Sunset in Arches on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 8:36 PM (Europe/Paris). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Arches?
Morning golden hour in Arches ends at 7:19 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:54 PM.
How long is the day in Arches?
On Friday, August 21, 2026 in Arches there are 14 hours and 0 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Arches?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Arches at 1:37 PM (Europe/Paris). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Arches?
In Arches, sunset is at 8:36 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:37 PM (Europe/Paris). Civil twilight ends at 9:10 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Arches?
Twilight in Arches lasts approximately 120 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 Arches?
The earliest sunrise in Arches in 2026 is at 5:33 AM on June 11 (Europe/Paris). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Arches?
The latest sunset in Arches in 2026 is at 9:38 PM on June 23 (Europe/Paris). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Arches?
After sunset at 8:36 PM in Arches, civil twilight ends at 9:10 PM — about 33 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:37 PM (Europe/Paris).
What these times mean
Solar times in Arches 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 Arches
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Arches on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:19 AM | 5:07 PM | 8h 48m |
| February | 7:40 AM | 5:55 PM | 10h 15m |
| March | 6:47 AM | 6:39 PM | 11h 52m |
| April | 6:44 AM | 8:24 PM | 13h 40m |
| May | 5:54 AM | 9:06 PM | 15h 11m |
| June | 5:33 AM | 9:35 PM | 16h 03m |
| July | 5:49 AM | 9:29 PM | 15h 40m |
| August | 6:28 AM | 8:47 PM | 14h 19m |
| September | 7:10 AM | 7:46 PM | 12h 36m |
| October | 7:53 AM | 6:45 PM | 10h 52m |
| November | 7:40 AM | 4:56 PM | 9h 16m |
| December | 8:17 AM | 4:40 PM | 8h 23m |