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Sun Times in Golden Triangle
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Golden Triangle?
Sunrise in Golden Triangle on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:20 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Golden Triangle?
Sunset in Golden Triangle on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 8:04 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Golden Triangle?
Morning golden hour in Golden Triangle ends at 6:57 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:27 PM.
How long is the day in Golden Triangle?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Golden Triangle there are 13 hours and 43 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Golden Triangle?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Golden Triangle 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 Golden Triangle?
In Golden Triangle, sunset is at 8:04 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:43 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:32 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Golden Triangle?
Twilight in Golden Triangle lasts approximately 100 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 Golden Triangle?
The earliest sunrise in Golden Triangle in 2026 is at 5:42 AM on June 7 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Golden Triangle?
The latest sunset in Golden Triangle in 2026 is at 8:37 PM on June 21 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Golden Triangle?
After sunset at 8:04 PM in Golden Triangle, civil twilight ends at 8:32 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:43 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Golden Triangle 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 Golden Triangle
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Golden Triangle on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:25 AM | 5:10 PM | 9h 45m |
| February | 6:59 AM | 5:45 PM | 10h 46m |
| March | 7:19 AM | 7:15 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:31 AM | 7:45 PM | 13h 14m |
| May | 5:55 AM | 8:14 PM | 14h 18m |
| June | 5:42 AM | 8:35 PM | 14h 53m |
| July | 5:55 AM | 8:32 PM | 14h 38m |
| August | 6:21 AM | 8:02 PM | 13h 41m |
| September | 6:49 AM | 7:16 PM | 12h 27m |
| October | 7:17 AM | 6:29 PM | 11h 12m |
| November | 6:50 AM | 4:54 PM | 10h 03m |
| December | 7:19 AM | 4:47 PM | 9h 27m |