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Sun Times in Cave Junction
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Cave Junction?
Sunrise in Cave Junction on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:42 AM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Cave Junction?
Sunset in Cave Junction on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 7:44 PM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Cave Junction?
Morning golden hour in Cave Junction ends at 7:19 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:07 PM.
How long is the day in Cave Junction?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Cave Junction there are 13 hours and 2 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Cave Junction?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Cave Junction at 1:13 PM (America/Los_Angeles). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Cave Junction?
In Cave Junction, sunset is at 7:44 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:22 PM (America/Los_Angeles). Civil twilight ends at 8:13 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Cave Junction?
Twilight in Cave Junction lasts approximately 98 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 Cave Junction?
The earliest sunrise in Cave Junction in 2026 is at 5:37 AM on June 12 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Cave Junction?
The latest sunset in Cave Junction in 2026 is at 8:54 PM on June 20 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Cave Junction?
After sunset at 7:44 PM in Cave Junction, civil twilight ends at 8:13 PM — about 29 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:22 PM (America/Los_Angeles).
What these times mean
Solar times in Cave Junction 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 Cave Junction
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Cave Junction on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:40 AM | 5:08 PM | 9h 28m |
| February | 7:10 AM | 5:47 PM | 10h 37m |
| March | 7:26 AM | 7:21 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:33 AM | 7:56 PM | 13h 23m |
| May | 5:53 AM | 8:29 PM | 14h 36m |
| June | 5:37 AM | 8:52 PM | 15h 15m |
| July | 5:51 AM | 8:48 PM | 14h 57m |
| August | 6:22 AM | 8:14 PM | 13h 53m |
| September | 6:54 AM | 7:23 PM | 12h 29m |
| October | 7:27 AM | 6:32 PM | 11h 05m |
| November | 7:05 AM | 4:52 PM | 9h 48m |
| December | 7:36 AM | 4:43 PM | 9h 07m |