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Sun Times in DeRidder
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in DeRidder?
Sunrise in DeRidder on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is at 6:41 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in DeRidder?
Sunset in DeRidder on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is at 7:52 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in DeRidder?
Morning golden hour in DeRidder ends at 7:14 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:19 PM.
How long is the day in DeRidder?
On Tuesday, August 18, 2026 in DeRidder there are 13 hours and 10 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in DeRidder?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in DeRidder at 1:16 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in DeRidder?
In DeRidder, sunset is at 7:52 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:18 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:17 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in DeRidder?
Twilight in DeRidder lasts approximately 86 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 DeRidder?
The earliest sunrise in DeRidder in 2026 is at 6:09 AM on June 4 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in DeRidder?
The latest sunset in DeRidder in 2026 is at 8:20 PM on June 24 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in DeRidder?
After sunset at 7:52 PM in DeRidder, civil twilight ends at 8:17 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:18 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in DeRidder 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 DeRidder
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in DeRidder on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:11 AM | 5:34 PM | 10h 23m |
| February | 6:53 AM | 6:01 PM | 11h 07m |
| March | 7:22 AM | 7:21 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 6:45 AM | 7:41 PM | 12h 56m |
| May | 6:18 AM | 8:01 PM | 13h 43m |
| June | 6:09 AM | 8:17 PM | 14h 08m |
| July | 6:20 AM | 8:17 PM | 13h 57m |
| August | 6:39 AM | 7:55 PM | 13h 16m |
| September | 6:57 AM | 7:18 PM | 12h 21m |
| October | 7:15 AM | 6:41 PM | 11h 26m |
| November | 6:39 AM | 5:15 PM | 10h 36m |
| December | 7:03 AM | 5:13 PM | 10h 10m |