Sun Times in China Grove
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in China Grove?
Sunrise in China Grove on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:41 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in China Grove?
Sunset in China Grove on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 8:11 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in China Grove?
Morning golden hour in China Grove ends at 7:16 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:36 PM.
How long is the day in China Grove?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in China Grove there are 13 hours and 29 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in China Grove?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in China Grove at 1:26 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 China Grove?
In China Grove, sunset is at 8:11 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:44 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:38 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in China Grove?
Twilight in China Grove lasts approximately 93 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 China Grove?
The earliest sunrise in China Grove in 2026 is at 6:06 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 China Grove?
The latest sunset in China Grove in 2026 is at 8:41 PM on June 20 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in China Grove?
After sunset at 8:11 PM in China Grove, civil twilight ends at 8:38 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:44 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in China Grove 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 China Grove
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in China Grove on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:31 AM | 5:32 PM | 10h 02m |
| February | 7:08 AM | 6:04 PM | 10h 56m |
| March | 7:32 AM | 7:29 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 6:49 AM | 7:55 PM | 13h 06m |
| May | 6:17 AM | 8:20 PM | 14h 03m |
| June | 6:06 AM | 8:39 PM | 14h 33m |
| July | 6:18 AM | 8:38 PM | 14h 20m |
| August | 6:41 AM | 8:11 PM | 13h 30m |
| September | 7:05 AM | 7:29 PM | 12h 24m |
| October | 7:28 AM | 6:46 PM | 11h 18m |
| November | 6:58 AM | 5:15 PM | 10h 17m |
| December | 7:24 AM | 5:10 PM | 9h 46m |
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