Sun Times in Boise
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Boise?
Sunrise in Boise on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 7:02 AM (America/Boise). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Boise?
Sunset in Boise on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 8:30 PM (America/Boise). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Boise?
Morning golden hour in Boise ends at 7:40 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:51 PM.
How long is the day in Boise?
On Wednesday, August 26, 2026 in Boise there are 13 hours and 28 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Boise?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Boise at 1:46 PM (America/Boise). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Boise?
In Boise, sunset is at 8:30 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:14 PM (America/Boise). Civil twilight ends at 9:00 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Boise?
Twilight in Boise 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 Boise?
The earliest sunrise in Boise in 2026 is at 6:02 AM on June 12 (America/Boise). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Boise?
The latest sunset in Boise in 2026 is at 9:30 PM on June 22 (America/Boise). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Boise?
After sunset at 8:30 PM in Boise, civil twilight ends at 9:00 PM — about 30 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:14 PM (America/Boise).
What these times mean
Solar times in Boise 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
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Boise on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:15 AM | 5:34 PM | 9h 19m |
| February | 7:43 AM | 6:15 PM | 10h 32m |
| March | 7:56 AM | 7:51 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 7:01 AM | 8:28 PM | 13h 27m |
| May | 6:19 AM | 9:03 PM | 14h 44m |
| June | 6:02 AM | 9:28 PM | 15h 25m |
| July | 6:17 AM | 9:23 PM | 15h 06m |
| August | 6:49 AM | 8:48 PM | 13h 58m |
| September | 7:24 AM | 7:54 PM | 12h 30m |
| October | 7:59 AM | 7:01 PM | 11h 02m |
| November | 7:39 AM | 5:19 PM | 9h 40m |
| December | 8:11 AM | 5:08 PM | 8h 57m |
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