Sun Times in Dallas
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Dallas?
Sunrise in Dallas on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:12 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Dallas?
Sunset in Dallas on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 8:04 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Dallas?
Morning golden hour in Dallas ends at 6:50 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:26 PM.
How long is the day in Dallas?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Dallas there are 13 hours and 52 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Dallas?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Dallas at 1:08 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 Dallas?
In Dallas, sunset is at 8:04 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:49 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:33 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Dallas?
Twilight in Dallas lasts approximately 105 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 Dallas?
The earliest sunrise in Dallas in 2026 is at 5:29 AM on June 14 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Dallas?
The latest sunset in Dallas in 2026 is at 8:41 PM on June 23 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Dallas?
After sunset at 8:04 PM in Dallas, civil twilight ends at 8:33 PM — about 30 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:49 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Dallas 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 Dallas
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Dallas on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:27 AM | 4:59 PM | 9h 32m |
| February | 6:58 AM | 5:37 PM | 10h 39m |
| March | 7:15 AM | 7:10 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:24 AM | 7:44 PM | 13h 20m |
| May | 5:45 AM | 8:15 PM | 14h 31m |
| June | 5:30 AM | 8:38 PM | 15h 09m |
| July | 5:43 AM | 8:35 PM | 14h 52m |
| August | 6:13 AM | 8:02 PM | 13h 50m |
| September | 6:44 AM | 7:12 PM | 12h 29m |
| October | 7:15 AM | 6:22 PM | 11h 07m |
| November | 6:52 AM | 4:44 PM | 9h 52m |
| December | 7:22 AM | 4:35 PM | 9h 13m |
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