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Sun Times in Chattanooga Valley
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Chattanooga Valley?
Sunrise in Chattanooga Valley on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 7:11 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Chattanooga Valley?
Sunset in Chattanooga Valley on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 8:13 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Chattanooga Valley?
Morning golden hour in Chattanooga Valley ends at 7:45 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:39 PM.
How long is the day in Chattanooga Valley?
On Friday, August 28, 2026 in Chattanooga Valley there are 13 hours and 1 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Chattanooga Valley?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Chattanooga Valley at 1:42 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 Chattanooga Valley?
In Chattanooga Valley, sunset is at 8:13 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:41 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:39 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Chattanooga Valley?
Twilight in Chattanooga Valley lasts approximately 89 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 Chattanooga Valley?
The earliest sunrise in Chattanooga Valley in 2026 is at 6:27 AM on June 5 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Chattanooga Valley?
The latest sunset in Chattanooga Valley in 2026 is at 8:59 PM on June 24 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Chattanooga Valley?
After sunset at 8:13 PM in Chattanooga Valley, civil twilight ends at 8:39 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:41 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Chattanooga Valley 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 Chattanooga Valley
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Chattanooga Valley on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:48 AM | 5:53 PM | 10h 05m |
| February | 7:27 AM | 6:24 PM | 10h 57m |
| March | 7:51 AM | 7:49 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 7:09 AM | 8:13 PM | 13h 05m |
| May | 6:37 AM | 8:38 PM | 14h 00m |
| June | 6:27 AM | 8:56 PM | 14h 30m |
| July | 6:39 AM | 8:55 PM | 14h 16m |
| August | 7:01 AM | 8:29 PM | 13h 28m |
| September | 7:24 AM | 7:48 PM | 12h 24m |
| October | 7:47 AM | 7:06 PM | 11h 19m |
| November | 7:15 AM | 5:35 PM | 10h 20m |
| December | 7:41 AM | 5:31 PM | 9h 49m |