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Sun Times in Crofton
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Crofton?
Sunrise in Crofton on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:33 AM (America/Vancouver). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Crofton?
Sunset in Crofton on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 7:54 PM (America/Vancouver). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Crofton?
Morning golden hour in Crofton ends at 7:15 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:12 PM.
How long is the day in Crofton?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Crofton there are 13 hours and 21 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Crofton?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Crofton at 1:14 PM (America/Vancouver). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Crofton?
In Crofton, sunset is at 7:54 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:48 PM (America/Vancouver). Civil twilight ends at 8:26 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Crofton?
Twilight in Crofton lasts approximately 115 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 Crofton?
The earliest sunrise in Crofton in 2026 is at 5:10 AM on June 11 (America/Vancouver). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Crofton?
The latest sunset in Crofton in 2026 is at 9:22 PM on June 21 (America/Vancouver). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Crofton?
After sunset at 7:54 PM in Crofton, civil twilight ends at 8:26 PM — about 33 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:48 PM (America/Vancouver).
What these times mean
Solar times in Crofton 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 Crofton
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Crofton on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:02 AM | 4:46 PM | 8h 44m |
| February | 7:22 AM | 5:35 PM | 10h 13m |
| March | 7:27 AM | 7:20 PM | 11h 53m |
| April | 6:23 AM | 8:06 PM | 13h 44m |
| May | 5:32 AM | 8:50 PM | 15h 18m |
| June | 5:10 AM | 9:20 PM | 16h 10m |
| July | 5:27 AM | 9:13 PM | 15h 46m |
| August | 6:07 AM | 8:29 PM | 14h 22m |
| September | 6:51 AM | 7:26 PM | 12h 35m |
| October | 7:35 AM | 6:24 PM | 10h 49m |
| November | 7:24 AM | 4:33 PM | 9h 10m |
| December | 8:01 AM | 4:18 PM | 8h 16m |