- Home
- Dalton
Sun Times in Dalton
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Dalton?
Sunrise in Dalton on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:26 AM (Africa/Johannesburg). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Dalton?
Sunset in Dalton on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 5:36 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Dalton?
Morning golden hour in Dalton ends at 6:59 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:03 PM.
How long is the day in Dalton?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Dalton there are 11 hours and 9 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Dalton?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Dalton at 12:01 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Dalton?
In Dalton, sunset is at 5:36 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 6:56 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). Civil twilight ends at 6:00 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Dalton?
Twilight in Dalton lasts approximately 80 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 Dalton?
The earliest sunrise in Dalton in 2026 is at 4:50 AM on November 26 (Africa/Johannesburg). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Dalton?
The latest sunset in Dalton in 2026 is at 7:01 PM on January 4 (Africa/Johannesburg). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Dalton?
After sunset at 5:36 PM in Dalton, civil twilight ends at 6:00 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 6:56 PM (Africa/Johannesburg).
What these times mean
Solar times in Dalton 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 Dalton
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Dalton on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:12 AM | 7:01 PM | 13h 49m |
| February | 5:38 AM | 6:44 PM | 13h 06m |
| March | 5:57 AM | 6:14 PM | 12h 17m |
| April | 6:15 AM | 5:38 PM | 11h 23m |
| May | 6:34 AM | 5:13 PM | 10h 39m |
| June | 6:49 AM | 5:06 PM | 10h 16m |
| July | 6:50 AM | 5:16 PM | 10h 26m |
| August | 6:30 AM | 5:33 PM | 11h 04m |
| September | 5:55 AM | 5:50 PM | 11h 54m |
| October | 5:20 AM | 6:06 PM | 12h 47m |
| November | 4:54 AM | 6:29 PM | 13h 35m |
| December | 4:52 AM | 6:53 PM | 14h 01m |