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Sun Times in Buchanan
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Buchanan?
Sunrise in Buchanan on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is at 7:04 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Buchanan?
Sunset in Buchanan on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is at 8:23 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Buchanan?
Morning golden hour in Buchanan ends at 7:38 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:49 PM.
How long is the day in Buchanan?
On Tuesday, August 18, 2026 in Buchanan there are 13 hours and 18 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Buchanan?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Buchanan at 1:44 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 Buchanan?
In Buchanan, sunset is at 8:23 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:53 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:49 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Buchanan?
Twilight in Buchanan lasts approximately 90 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 Buchanan?
The earliest sunrise in Buchanan in 2026 is at 6:29 AM on June 6 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Buchanan?
The latest sunset in Buchanan in 2026 is at 8:55 PM on June 23 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Buchanan?
After sunset at 8:23 PM in Buchanan, civil twilight ends at 8:49 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:53 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Buchanan 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 Buchanan
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Buchanan on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:45 AM | 5:55 PM | 10h 10m |
| February | 7:25 AM | 6:25 PM | 11h 00m |
| March | 7:51 AM | 7:48 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 7:09 AM | 8:12 PM | 13h 02m |
| May | 6:39 AM | 8:35 PM | 13h 55m |
| June | 6:29 AM | 8:53 PM | 14h 24m |
| July | 6:41 AM | 8:52 PM | 14h 11m |
| August | 7:02 AM | 8:27 PM | 13h 24m |
| September | 7:24 AM | 7:47 PM | 12h 23m |
| October | 7:45 AM | 7:06 PM | 11h 21m |
| November | 7:12 AM | 5:37 PM | 10h 24m |
| December | 7:38 AM | 5:33 PM | 9h 55m |