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Sun Times in Front Royal
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Front Royal?
Sunrise in Front Royal on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:42 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Front Royal?
Sunset in Front Royal on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 7:41 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Front Royal?
Morning golden hour in Front Royal ends at 7:18 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:06 PM.
How long is the day in Front Royal?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Front Royal there are 12 hours and 58 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Front Royal?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Front Royal at 1:12 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 Front Royal?
In Front Royal, sunset is at 7:41 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:14 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:08 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Front Royal?
Twilight in Front Royal 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 Front Royal?
The earliest sunrise in Front Royal in 2026 is at 5:46 AM on June 10 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Front Royal?
The latest sunset in Front Royal in 2026 is at 8:42 PM on June 23 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Front Royal?
After sunset at 7:41 PM in Front Royal, civil twilight ends at 8:08 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:14 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Front Royal 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 Front Royal
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Front Royal on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:29 AM | 5:14 PM | 9h 45m |
| February | 7:03 AM | 5:50 PM | 10h 46m |
| March | 7:23 AM | 7:19 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:36 AM | 7:50 PM | 13h 14m |
| May | 6:00 AM | 8:18 PM | 14h 19m |
| June | 5:46 AM | 8:39 PM | 14h 53m |
| July | 5:59 AM | 8:37 PM | 14h 38m |
| August | 6:26 AM | 8:07 PM | 13h 41m |
| September | 6:54 AM | 7:20 PM | 12h 27m |
| October | 7:22 AM | 6:34 PM | 11h 12m |
| November | 6:55 AM | 4:58 PM | 10h 03m |
| December | 7:24 AM | 4:51 PM | 9h 27m |