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Sun Times in Colonial Heights
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Colonial Heights?
Sunrise in Colonial Heights on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:25 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Colonial Heights?
Sunset in Colonial Heights on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 8:02 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Colonial Heights?
Morning golden hour in Colonial Heights ends at 7:01 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:27 PM.
How long is the day in Colonial Heights?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Colonial Heights there are 13 hours and 37 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Colonial Heights?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Colonial Heights at 1:14 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 Colonial Heights?
In Colonial Heights, sunset is at 8:02 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:39 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:30 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Colonial Heights?
Twilight in Colonial Heights lasts approximately 96 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 Colonial Heights?
The earliest sunrise in Colonial Heights in 2026 is at 5:48 AM on June 9 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Colonial Heights?
The latest sunset in Colonial Heights in 2026 is at 8:34 PM on June 25 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Colonial Heights?
After sunset at 8:02 PM in Colonial Heights, civil twilight ends at 8:30 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:39 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Colonial Heights 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 Colonial Heights
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Colonial Heights on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:22 AM | 5:15 PM | 9h 53m |
| February | 6:58 AM | 5:49 PM | 10h 51m |
| March | 7:20 AM | 7:17 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:35 AM | 7:44 PM | 13h 10m |
| May | 6:00 AM | 8:11 PM | 14h 11m |
| June | 5:48 AM | 8:31 PM | 14h 43m |
| July | 6:01 AM | 8:29 PM | 14h 29m |
| August | 6:26 AM | 8:01 PM | 13h 35m |
| September | 6:51 AM | 7:17 PM | 12h 25m |
| October | 7:17 AM | 6:32 PM | 11h 15m |
| November | 6:48 AM | 4:59 PM | 10h 10m |
| December | 7:16 AM | 4:53 PM | 9h 37m |