Sun Times in East Chattanooga
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in East Chattanooga?
Sunrise in East Chattanooga on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 7:00 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in East Chattanooga?
Sunset in East Chattanooga on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 8:30 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in East Chattanooga?
Morning golden hour in East Chattanooga ends at 7:34 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:55 PM.
How long is the day in East Chattanooga?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in East Chattanooga there are 13 hours and 30 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in East Chattanooga?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in East Chattanooga at 1:45 PM (America/New_York). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in East Chattanooga?
In East Chattanooga, sunset is at 8:30 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:03 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:57 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in East Chattanooga?
Twilight in East Chattanooga 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 East Chattanooga?
The earliest sunrise in East Chattanooga in 2026 is at 6:26 AM on June 6 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in East Chattanooga?
The latest sunset in East Chattanooga in 2026 is at 8:59 PM on June 25 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in East Chattanooga?
After sunset at 8:30 PM in East Chattanooga, civil twilight ends at 8:57 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:03 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in East Chattanooga 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 East Chattanooga
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in East Chattanooga on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:48 AM | 5:52 PM | 10h 04m |
| February | 7:26 AM | 6:23 PM | 10h 57m |
| March | 7:51 AM | 7:48 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 7:08 AM | 8:13 PM | 13h 05m |
| May | 6:37 AM | 8:37 PM | 14h 01m |
| June | 6:26 AM | 8:56 PM | 14h 30m |
| July | 6:38 AM | 8:55 PM | 14h 17m |
| August | 7:01 AM | 8:29 PM | 13h 28m |
| September | 7:23 AM | 7:47 PM | 12h 24m |
| October | 7:47 AM | 7:05 PM | 11h 19m |
| November | 7:15 AM | 5:35 PM | 10h 20m |
| December | 7:41 AM | 5:30 PM | 9h 49m |
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