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Sun Times in Dardanelle
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Dardanelle?
Sunrise in Dardanelle on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:32 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Dardanelle?
Sunset in Dardanelle on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 8:01 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Dardanelle?
Morning golden hour in Dardanelle ends at 7:07 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:26 PM.
How long is the day in Dardanelle?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Dardanelle there are 13 hours and 28 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Dardanelle?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Dardanelle at 1:17 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Dardanelle?
In Dardanelle, sunset is at 8:01 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:33 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:28 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Dardanelle?
Twilight in Dardanelle lasts approximately 93 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 Dardanelle?
The earliest sunrise in Dardanelle in 2026 is at 5:57 AM on June 7 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Dardanelle?
The latest sunset in Dardanelle in 2026 is at 8:31 PM on June 24 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Dardanelle?
After sunset at 8:01 PM in Dardanelle, civil twilight ends at 8:28 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:33 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Dardanelle 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 Dardanelle
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Dardanelle on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:20 AM | 5:23 PM | 10h 03m |
| February | 6:58 AM | 5:55 PM | 10h 56m |
| March | 7:23 AM | 7:20 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 6:40 AM | 7:45 PM | 13h 05m |
| May | 6:08 AM | 8:09 PM | 14h 01m |
| June | 5:57 AM | 8:28 PM | 14h 31m |
| July | 6:09 AM | 8:27 PM | 14h 18m |
| August | 6:32 AM | 8:01 PM | 13h 29m |
| September | 6:55 AM | 7:19 PM | 12h 24m |
| October | 7:18 AM | 6:37 PM | 11h 18m |
| November | 6:47 AM | 5:06 PM | 10h 19m |
| December | 7:13 AM | 5:01 PM | 9h 48m |