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Sun Times in Desert Edge
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Desert Edge?
Sunrise in Desert Edge on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 is at 6:20 AM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Desert Edge?
Sunset in Desert Edge on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 is at 7:09 PM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Desert Edge?
Morning golden hour in Desert Edge ends at 6:53 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:36 PM.
How long is the day in Desert Edge?
On Tuesday, September 1, 2026 in Desert Edge there are 12 hours and 49 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Desert Edge?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Desert Edge at 12:45 PM (America/Los_Angeles). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Desert Edge?
In Desert Edge, sunset is at 7:09 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:36 PM (America/Los_Angeles). Civil twilight ends at 7:35 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Desert Edge?
Twilight in Desert Edge 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 Desert Edge?
The earliest sunrise in Desert Edge in 2026 is at 5:34 AM on June 4 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Desert Edge?
The latest sunset in Desert Edge in 2026 is at 8:00 PM on June 21 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Desert Edge?
After sunset at 7:09 PM in Desert Edge, civil twilight ends at 7:35 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:36 PM (America/Los_Angeles).
What these times mean
Solar times in Desert Edge 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 Desert Edge
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Desert Edge on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:50 AM | 5:00 PM | 10h 09m |
| February | 6:30 AM | 5:30 PM | 11h 00m |
| March | 6:55 AM | 6:53 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 6:14 AM | 7:17 PM | 13h 03m |
| May | 5:44 AM | 7:40 PM | 13h 56m |
| June | 5:34 AM | 7:58 PM | 14h 24m |
| July | 5:45 AM | 7:57 PM | 14h 11m |
| August | 6:07 AM | 7:32 PM | 13h 25m |
| September | 6:29 AM | 6:52 PM | 12h 23m |
| October | 6:50 AM | 6:11 PM | 11h 21m |
| November | 6:18 AM | 4:42 PM | 10h 24m |
| December | 6:43 AM | 4:38 PM | 9h 55m |