Sun Times in Crystal River
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Crystal River?
Sunrise in Crystal River on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 7:08 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Crystal River?
Sunset in Crystal River on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 7:50 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Crystal River?
Morning golden hour in Crystal River ends at 7:40 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:19 PM.
How long is the day in Crystal River?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Crystal River there are 12 hours and 41 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Crystal River?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Crystal River at 1:29 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 Crystal River?
In Crystal River, sunset is at 7:50 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:11 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:14 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Crystal River?
Twilight in Crystal River lasts approximately 81 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 Crystal River?
The earliest sunrise in Crystal River in 2026 is at 6:31 AM on June 3 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Crystal River?
The latest sunset in Crystal River in 2026 is at 8:32 PM on June 22 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Crystal River?
After sunset at 7:50 PM in Crystal River, civil twilight ends at 8:14 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:11 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Crystal River 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 Crystal River
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Crystal River on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:24 AM | 5:55 PM | 10h 30m |
| February | 7:08 AM | 6:20 PM | 11h 12m |
| March | 7:39 AM | 7:38 PM | 11h 59m |
| April | 7:04 AM | 7:56 PM | 12h 52m |
| May | 6:38 AM | 8:14 PM | 13h 36m |
| June | 6:31 AM | 8:30 PM | 13h 59m |
| July | 6:42 AM | 8:30 PM | 13h 49m |
| August | 6:59 AM | 8:09 PM | 13h 11m |
| September | 7:15 AM | 7:35 PM | 12h 20m |
| October | 7:31 AM | 7:00 PM | 11h 29m |
| November | 6:53 AM | 5:36 PM | 10h 43m |
| December | 7:16 AM | 5:34 PM | 10h 19m |
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