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Sun Times in Fredericksburg
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Fredericksburg?
Sunrise in Fredericksburg on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 7:02 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Fredericksburg?
Sunset in Fredericksburg on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 8:17 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Fredericksburg?
Morning golden hour in Fredericksburg ends at 7:34 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:45 PM.
How long is the day in Fredericksburg?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Fredericksburg there are 13 hours and 15 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Fredericksburg?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Fredericksburg at 1:40 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Fredericksburg?
In Fredericksburg, sunset is at 8:17 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:44 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:43 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Fredericksburg?
Twilight in Fredericksburg 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 Fredericksburg?
The earliest sunrise in Fredericksburg in 2026 is at 6:33 AM on June 3 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Fredericksburg?
The latest sunset in Fredericksburg in 2026 is at 8:41 PM on June 25 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Fredericksburg?
After sunset at 8:17 PM in Fredericksburg, civil twilight ends at 8:43 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:44 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Fredericksburg 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 Fredericksburg
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Fredericksburg on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:32 AM | 5:57 PM | 10h 25m |
| February | 7:15 AM | 6:24 PM | 11h 09m |
| March | 7:45 AM | 7:43 PM | 11h 59m |
| April | 7:08 AM | 8:03 PM | 12h 55m |
| May | 6:41 AM | 8:22 PM | 13h 41m |
| June | 6:33 AM | 8:38 PM | 14h 05m |
| July | 6:44 AM | 8:38 PM | 13h 55m |
| August | 7:02 AM | 8:16 PM | 13h 14m |
| September | 7:20 AM | 7:40 PM | 12h 21m |
| October | 7:37 AM | 7:04 PM | 11h 27m |
| November | 7:01 AM | 5:38 PM | 10h 38m |
| December | 7:24 AM | 5:36 PM | 10h 12m |