Sun Times in Charlotte
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Charlotte?
Sunrise in Charlotte on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:45 AM (America/Detroit). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Charlotte?
Sunset in Charlotte on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 8:42 PM (America/Detroit). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Charlotte?
Morning golden hour in Charlotte ends at 7:24 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:03 PM.
How long is the day in Charlotte?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Charlotte there are 13 hours and 56 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Charlotte?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Charlotte at 1:44 PM (America/Detroit). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Charlotte?
In Charlotte, sunset is at 8:42 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:29 PM (America/Detroit). Civil twilight ends at 9:12 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Charlotte?
Twilight in Charlotte lasts approximately 108 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 Charlotte?
The earliest sunrise in Charlotte in 2026 is at 6:01 AM on June 8 (America/Detroit). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Charlotte?
The latest sunset in Charlotte in 2026 is at 9:21 PM on June 25 (America/Detroit). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Charlotte?
After sunset at 8:42 PM in Charlotte, civil twilight ends at 9:12 PM — about 30 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:29 PM (America/Detroit).
What these times mean
Solar times in Charlotte 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 Charlotte
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Charlotte on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:06 AM | 5:31 PM | 9h 25m |
| February | 7:35 AM | 6:11 PM | 10h 36m |
| March | 7:51 AM | 7:45 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:58 AM | 8:21 PM | 13h 23m |
| May | 6:17 AM | 8:54 PM | 14h 38m |
| June | 6:01 AM | 9:18 PM | 15h 18m |
| July | 6:15 AM | 9:14 PM | 15h 00m |
| August | 6:46 AM | 8:40 PM | 13h 54m |
| September | 7:19 AM | 7:48 PM | 12h 30m |
| October | 7:52 AM | 6:56 PM | 11h 04m |
| November | 7:30 AM | 5:16 PM | 9h 46m |
| December | 8:02 AM | 5:06 PM | 9h 05m |
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