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Sun Times in Beech Mountain Lakes
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Beech Mountain Lakes?
Sunrise in Beech Mountain Lakes on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:12 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Beech Mountain Lakes?
Sunset in Beech Mountain Lakes on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 8:03 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Beech Mountain Lakes?
Morning golden hour in Beech Mountain Lakes ends at 6:50 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:25 PM.
How long is the day in Beech Mountain Lakes?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Beech Mountain Lakes there are 13 hours and 51 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Beech Mountain Lakes?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Beech Mountain Lakes at 1:08 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 Beech Mountain Lakes?
In Beech Mountain Lakes, sunset is at 8:03 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:47 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:33 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Beech Mountain Lakes?
Twilight in Beech Mountain Lakes lasts approximately 104 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 Beech Mountain Lakes?
The earliest sunrise in Beech Mountain Lakes in 2026 is at 5:30 AM on June 12 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Beech Mountain Lakes?
The latest sunset in Beech Mountain Lakes in 2026 is at 8:40 PM on June 24 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Beech Mountain Lakes?
After sunset at 8:03 PM in Beech Mountain Lakes, civil twilight ends at 8:33 PM — about 30 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:47 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Beech Mountain Lakes 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 Beech Mountain Lakes
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Beech Mountain Lakes on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:26 AM | 5:00 PM | 9h 34m |
| February | 6:58 AM | 5:38 PM | 10h 40m |
| March | 7:15 AM | 7:10 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:24 AM | 7:43 PM | 13h 19m |
| May | 5:45 AM | 8:15 PM | 14h 29m |
| June | 5:30 AM | 8:37 PM | 15h 07m |
| July | 5:44 AM | 8:34 PM | 14h 50m |
| August | 6:13 AM | 8:02 PM | 13h 49m |
| September | 6:44 AM | 7:12 PM | 12h 28m |
| October | 7:15 AM | 6:23 PM | 11h 08m |
| November | 6:51 AM | 4:44 PM | 9h 53m |
| December | 7:21 AM | 4:36 PM | 9h 14m |