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Sun Times in Cave Spring
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Cave Spring?
Sunrise in Cave Spring on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:51 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Cave Spring?
Sunset in Cave Spring on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 7:47 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Cave Spring?
Morning golden hour in Cave Spring ends at 7:26 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:12 PM.
How long is the day in Cave Spring?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Cave Spring there are 12 hours and 55 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Cave Spring?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Cave Spring at 1:19 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 Cave Spring?
In Cave Spring, sunset is at 7:47 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:17 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:13 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Cave Spring?
Twilight in Cave Spring 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 Cave Spring?
The earliest sunrise in Cave Spring in 2026 is at 5:59 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 Cave Spring?
The latest sunset in Cave Spring in 2026 is at 8:44 PM on June 23 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Cave Spring?
After sunset at 7:47 PM in Cave Spring, civil twilight ends at 8:13 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:17 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Cave Spring 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 Spring
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Cave Spring on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:32 AM | 5:26 PM | 9h 54m |
| February | 7:08 AM | 5:59 PM | 10h 51m |
| March | 7:30 AM | 7:27 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 6:45 AM | 7:55 PM | 13h 10m |
| May | 6:11 AM | 8:21 PM | 14h 10m |
| June | 5:59 AM | 8:42 PM | 14h 43m |
| July | 6:11 AM | 8:40 PM | 14h 28m |
| August | 6:36 AM | 8:11 PM | 13h 35m |
| September | 7:02 AM | 7:27 PM | 12h 25m |
| October | 7:28 AM | 6:43 PM | 11h 15m |
| November | 6:59 AM | 5:09 PM | 10h 11m |
| December | 7:26 AM | 5:03 PM | 9h 37m |