Sun Times in Boise City
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Boise City?
Sunrise in Boise City on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:17 AM (America/Denver). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Boise City?
Sunset in Boise City on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 7:25 PM (America/Denver). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Boise City?
Morning golden hour in Boise City ends at 6:51 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:50 PM.
How long is the day in Boise City?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Boise City there are 13 hours and 7 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Boise City?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Boise City at 12:51 PM (America/Denver). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Boise City?
In Boise City, sunset is at 7:25 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:56 PM (America/Denver). Civil twilight ends at 7:51 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Boise City?
Twilight in Boise City 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 Boise City?
The earliest sunrise in Boise City in 2026 is at 5:30 AM on June 9 (America/Denver). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Boise City?
The latest sunset in Boise City in 2026 is at 8:13 PM on June 27 (America/Denver). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Boise City?
After sunset at 7:25 PM in Boise City, civil twilight ends at 7:51 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:56 PM (America/Denver).
What these times mean
Solar times in Boise City 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 Boise City
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Boise City on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:01 AM | 4:57 PM | 9h 56m |
| February | 6:38 AM | 5:30 PM | 10h 53m |
| March | 7:00 AM | 6:57 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 6:15 AM | 7:24 PM | 13h 09m |
| May | 5:42 AM | 7:50 PM | 14h 08m |
| June | 5:30 AM | 8:10 PM | 14h 40m |
| July | 5:43 AM | 8:08 PM | 14h 26m |
| August | 6:07 AM | 7:40 PM | 13h 33m |
| September | 6:32 AM | 6:57 PM | 12h 25m |
| October | 6:57 AM | 6:13 PM | 11h 16m |
| November | 6:28 AM | 4:40 PM | 10h 13m |
| December | 6:55 AM | 4:35 PM | 9h 40m |
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