Sun Times in Gardendale
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Gardendale?
Sunrise in Gardendale on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 7:06 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Gardendale?
Sunset in Gardendale on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 8:15 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Gardendale?
Morning golden hour in Gardendale ends at 7:38 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:43 PM.
How long is the day in Gardendale?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Gardendale there are 13 hours and 9 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Gardendale?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Gardendale at 1:41 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Gardendale?
In Gardendale, sunset is at 8:15 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:39 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:40 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Gardendale?
Twilight in Gardendale lasts approximately 84 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 Gardendale?
The earliest sunrise in Gardendale in 2026 is at 6:38 AM on June 5 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Gardendale?
The latest sunset in Gardendale in 2026 is at 8:38 PM on June 24 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Gardendale?
After sunset at 8:15 PM in Gardendale, civil twilight ends at 8:40 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:39 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Gardendale 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 Gardendale
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Gardendale on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:30 AM | 6:02 PM | 10h 32m |
| February | 7:14 AM | 6:27 PM | 11h 13m |
| March | 7:46 AM | 7:45 PM | 11h 59m |
| April | 7:11 AM | 8:02 PM | 12h 51m |
| May | 6:46 AM | 8:20 PM | 13h 34m |
| June | 6:38 AM | 8:36 PM | 13h 57m |
| July | 6:49 AM | 8:36 PM | 13h 47m |
| August | 7:06 AM | 8:15 PM | 13h 09m |
| September | 7:21 AM | 7:41 PM | 12h 20m |
| October | 7:37 AM | 7:07 PM | 11h 29m |
| November | 6:59 AM | 5:43 PM | 10h 44m |
| December | 7:21 AM | 5:42 PM | 10h 20m |
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