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Sun Times in Emerald Mountain
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Emerald Mountain?
Sunrise in Emerald Mountain on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:07 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Emerald Mountain?
Sunset in Emerald Mountain on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 7:29 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Emerald Mountain?
Morning golden hour in Emerald Mountain ends at 6:41 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:56 PM.
How long is the day in Emerald Mountain?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Emerald Mountain there are 13 hours and 22 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Emerald Mountain?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Emerald Mountain at 12:49 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Emerald Mountain?
In Emerald Mountain, sunset is at 7:29 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:58 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 7:55 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Emerald Mountain?
Twilight in Emerald Mountain lasts approximately 89 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 Emerald Mountain?
The earliest sunrise in Emerald Mountain in 2026 is at 5:36 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 Emerald Mountain?
The latest sunset in Emerald Mountain in 2026 is at 7:55 PM on June 22 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Emerald Mountain?
After sunset at 7:29 PM in Emerald Mountain, civil twilight ends at 7:55 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:58 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Emerald Mountain 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 Emerald Mountain
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Emerald Mountain on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:46 AM | 5:01 PM | 10h 16m |
| February | 6:26 AM | 5:30 PM | 11h 03m |
| March | 6:54 AM | 6:52 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 6:15 AM | 7:14 PM | 12h 59m |
| May | 5:46 AM | 7:35 PM | 13h 50m |
| June | 5:36 AM | 7:53 PM | 14h 16m |
| July | 5:48 AM | 7:52 PM | 14h 04m |
| August | 6:08 AM | 7:28 PM | 13h 20m |
| September | 6:28 AM | 6:50 PM | 12h 22m |
| October | 6:48 AM | 6:11 PM | 11h 23m |
| November | 6:14 AM | 4:43 PM | 10h 30m |
| December | 6:38 AM | 4:40 PM | 10h 02m |