Sun Times in Clarkston
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Clarkston?
Sunrise in Clarkston on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 6:42 AM (America/Detroit). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Clarkston?
Sunset in Clarkston on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 8:32 PM (America/Detroit). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Clarkston?
Morning golden hour in Clarkston ends at 7:21 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:53 PM.
How long is the day in Clarkston?
On Monday, August 17, 2026 in Clarkston there are 13 hours and 49 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Clarkston?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Clarkston at 1:37 PM (America/Detroit). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Clarkston?
In Clarkston, sunset is at 8:32 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:19 PM (America/Detroit). Civil twilight ends at 9:02 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Clarkston?
Twilight in Clarkston lasts approximately 107 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 Clarkston?
The earliest sunrise in Clarkston in 2026 is at 5:54 AM on June 13 (America/Detroit). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Clarkston?
The latest sunset in Clarkston in 2026 is at 9:16 PM on June 26 (America/Detroit). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Clarkston?
After sunset at 8:32 PM in Clarkston, civil twilight ends at 9:02 PM — about 30 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:19 PM (America/Detroit).
What these times mean
Solar times in Clarkston 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 Clarkston
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Clarkston on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:01 AM | 5:25 PM | 9h 24m |
| February | 7:30 AM | 6:05 PM | 10h 35m |
| March | 7:45 AM | 7:40 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:52 AM | 8:15 PM | 13h 24m |
| May | 6:11 AM | 8:49 PM | 14h 39m |
| June | 5:54 AM | 9:13 PM | 15h 19m |
| July | 6:09 AM | 9:09 PM | 15h 01m |
| August | 6:40 AM | 8:35 PM | 13h 55m |
| September | 7:13 AM | 7:43 PM | 12h 30m |
| October | 7:47 AM | 6:51 PM | 11h 04m |
| November | 7:25 AM | 5:10 PM | 9h 45m |
| December | 7:57 AM | 5:00 PM | 9h 03m |
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