Sun Times in Chinle
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Chinle?
Sunrise in Chinle on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:36 AM (America/Denver). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Chinle?
Sunset in Chinle on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 8:08 PM (America/Denver). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Chinle?
Morning golden hour in Chinle ends at 7:11 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:33 PM.
How long is the day in Chinle?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Chinle there are 13 hours and 31 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Chinle?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Chinle at 1:22 PM (America/Denver). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Chinle?
In Chinle, sunset is at 8:08 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:42 PM (America/Denver). Civil twilight ends at 8:35 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Chinle?
Twilight in Chinle lasts approximately 94 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 Chinle?
The earliest sunrise in Chinle in 2026 is at 6:00 AM on June 7 (America/Denver). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Chinle?
The latest sunset in Chinle in 2026 is at 8:39 PM on June 23 (America/Denver). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Chinle?
After sunset at 8:08 PM in Chinle, civil twilight ends at 8:35 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:42 PM (America/Denver).
What these times mean
Solar times in Chinle 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 Chinle
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Chinle on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:28 AM | 5:27 PM | 9h 59m |
| February | 7:05 AM | 5:59 PM | 10h 54m |
| March | 7:28 AM | 7:25 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 6:44 AM | 7:52 PM | 13h 07m |
| May | 6:11 AM | 8:17 PM | 14h 06m |
| June | 6:00 AM | 8:37 PM | 14h 37m |
| July | 6:12 AM | 8:35 PM | 14h 23m |
| August | 6:36 AM | 8:08 PM | 13h 32m |
| September | 7:00 AM | 7:25 PM | 12h 24m |
| October | 7:25 AM | 6:42 PM | 11h 17m |
| November | 6:55 AM | 5:10 PM | 10h 15m |
| December | 7:21 AM | 5:04 PM | 9h 43m |
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