Sun Times in Blue Ridge
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Blue Ridge?
Sunrise in Blue Ridge on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:35 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Blue Ridge?
Sunset in Blue Ridge on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 8:11 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Blue Ridge?
Morning golden hour in Blue Ridge ends at 7:11 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:35 PM.
How long is the day in Blue Ridge?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Blue Ridge there are 13 hours and 35 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Blue Ridge?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Blue Ridge at 1:23 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 Blue Ridge?
In Blue Ridge, sunset is at 8:11 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:47 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:38 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Blue Ridge?
Twilight in Blue Ridge lasts approximately 96 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 Blue Ridge?
The earliest sunrise in Blue Ridge in 2026 is at 5:57 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 Blue Ridge?
The latest sunset in Blue Ridge in 2026 is at 8:44 PM on June 26 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Blue Ridge?
After sunset at 8:11 PM in Blue Ridge, civil twilight ends at 8:38 PM — about 28 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 Blue Ridge 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 Blue Ridge
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Blue Ridge on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:32 AM | 5:25 PM | 9h 53m |
| February | 7:08 AM | 5:58 PM | 10h 51m |
| March | 7:30 AM | 7:26 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:44 AM | 7:54 PM | 13h 10m |
| May | 6:10 AM | 8:21 PM | 14h 11m |
| June | 5:57 AM | 8:41 PM | 14h 44m |
| July | 6:10 AM | 8:39 PM | 14h 29m |
| August | 6:35 AM | 8:11 PM | 13h 36m |
| September | 7:01 AM | 7:26 PM | 12h 26m |
| October | 7:27 AM | 6:42 PM | 11h 15m |
| November | 6:58 AM | 5:08 PM | 10h 10m |
| December | 7:26 AM | 5:02 PM | 9h 36m |
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