Sun Times in Arlington
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Arlington?
Sunrise in Arlington on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:51 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Arlington?
Sunset in Arlington on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 8:14 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Arlington?
Morning golden hour in Arlington ends at 7:25 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:40 PM.
How long is the day in Arlington?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Arlington there are 13 hours and 22 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Arlington?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Arlington 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 Arlington?
In Arlington, sunset is at 8:14 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:43 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:40 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Arlington?
Twilight in Arlington lasts approximately 89 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 Arlington?
The earliest sunrise in Arlington in 2026 is at 6:19 AM on June 10 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Arlington?
The latest sunset in Arlington in 2026 is at 8:40 PM on June 24 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Arlington?
After sunset at 8:14 PM in Arlington, civil twilight ends at 8:40 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:43 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Arlington 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 Arlington
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Arlington on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:30 AM | 5:45 PM | 10h 14m |
| February | 7:11 AM | 6:14 PM | 11h 03m |
| March | 7:38 AM | 7:36 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 6:58 AM | 7:58 PM | 13h 00m |
| May | 6:29 AM | 8:20 PM | 13h 51m |
| June | 6:20 AM | 8:38 PM | 14h 18m |
| July | 6:31 AM | 8:37 PM | 14h 06m |
| August | 6:52 AM | 8:13 PM | 13h 21m |
| September | 7:12 AM | 7:34 PM | 12h 22m |
| October | 7:32 AM | 6:55 PM | 11h 23m |
| November | 6:58 AM | 5:27 PM | 10h 29m |
| December | 7:23 AM | 5:23 PM | 10h 01m |
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