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Sun Times in Eureka
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Eureka?
Sunrise in Eureka on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:33 AM (America/Edmonton). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Eureka?
Sunset in Eureka on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 8:55 PM (America/Edmonton). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Eureka?
Morning golden hour in Eureka ends at 7:17 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:11 PM.
How long is the day in Eureka?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Eureka there are 14 hours and 22 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Eureka?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Eureka at 1:44 PM (America/Edmonton). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Eureka?
In Eureka, sunset is at 8:55 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:03 PM (America/Edmonton). Civil twilight ends at 9:30 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Eureka?
Twilight in Eureka lasts approximately 128 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 Eureka?
The earliest sunrise in Eureka in 2026 is at 5:35 AM on June 15 (America/Edmonton). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Eureka?
The latest sunset in Eureka in 2026 is at 9:48 PM on June 24 (America/Edmonton). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Eureka?
After sunset at 8:55 PM in Eureka, civil twilight ends at 9:30 PM — about 35 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:03 PM (America/Edmonton).
What these times mean
Solar times in Eureka 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 Eureka
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Eureka on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:28 AM | 5:11 PM | 8h 43m |
| February | 7:47 AM | 6:01 PM | 10h 13m |
| March | 7:53 AM | 7:45 PM | 11h 53m |
| April | 6:48 AM | 8:32 PM | 13h 44m |
| May | 5:58 AM | 9:15 PM | 15h 18m |
| June | 5:35 AM | 9:45 PM | 16h 10m |
| July | 5:52 AM | 9:38 PM | 15h 46m |
| August | 6:33 AM | 8:55 PM | 14h 22m |
| September | 7:17 AM | 7:52 PM | 12h 36m |
| October | 8:00 AM | 6:50 PM | 10h 49m |
| November | 7:49 AM | 4:59 PM | 9h 10m |
| December | 8:27 AM | 4:43 PM | 8h 16m |