Sun Times in Donaldsonville
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Donaldsonville?
Sunrise in Donaldsonville on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 6:39 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Donaldsonville?
Sunset in Donaldsonville on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 7:29 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Donaldsonville?
Morning golden hour in Donaldsonville ends at 7:11 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:57 PM.
How long is the day in Donaldsonville?
On Friday, August 28, 2026 in Donaldsonville there are 12 hours and 50 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Donaldsonville?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Donaldsonville at 1:04 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Donaldsonville?
In Donaldsonville, sunset is at 7:29 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:52 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 7:54 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Donaldsonville?
Twilight in Donaldsonville lasts approximately 83 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 Donaldsonville?
The earliest sunrise in Donaldsonville in 2026 is at 6:02 AM on June 2 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Donaldsonville?
The latest sunset in Donaldsonville in 2026 is at 8:09 PM on June 24 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Donaldsonville?
After sunset at 7:29 PM in Donaldsonville, civil twilight ends at 7:54 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:52 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Donaldsonville 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 Donaldsonville
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Donaldsonville on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:00 AM | 5:26 PM | 10h 26m |
| February | 6:43 AM | 5:52 PM | 11h 09m |
| March | 7:13 AM | 7:12 PM | 11h 59m |
| April | 6:36 AM | 7:31 PM | 12h 55m |
| May | 6:10 AM | 7:50 PM | 13h 40m |
| June | 6:02 AM | 8:06 PM | 14h 05m |
| July | 6:13 AM | 8:06 PM | 13h 54m |
| August | 6:31 AM | 7:45 PM | 13h 14m |
| September | 6:48 AM | 7:09 PM | 12h 21m |
| October | 7:06 AM | 6:32 PM | 11h 27m |
| November | 6:29 AM | 5:07 PM | 10h 38m |
| December | 6:52 AM | 5:05 PM | 10h 13m |
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