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Sun Times in Golden Valley
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Golden Valley?
Sunrise in Golden Valley on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 6:31 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Golden Valley?
Sunset in Golden Valley on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 7:55 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Golden Valley?
Morning golden hour in Golden Valley ends at 7:11 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:16 PM.
How long is the day in Golden Valley?
On Saturday, August 29, 2026 in Golden Valley there are 13 hours and 23 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Golden Valley?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Golden Valley at 1:14 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Golden Valley?
In Golden Valley, sunset is at 7:55 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:42 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:26 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Golden Valley?
Twilight in Golden Valley lasts approximately 106 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 Valley?
The earliest sunrise in Golden Valley in 2026 is at 5:26 AM on June 9 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Golden Valley?
The latest sunset in Golden Valley in 2026 is at 9:04 PM on June 22 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Golden Valley?
After sunset at 7:55 PM in Golden Valley, civil twilight ends at 8:26 PM — about 30 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:42 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Golden Valley 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 Valley
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Golden Valley on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:47 AM | 4:58 PM | 9h 10m |
| February | 7:14 AM | 5:41 PM | 10h 28m |
| March | 7:25 AM | 7:19 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 6:28 AM | 7:59 PM | 13h 31m |
| May | 5:44 AM | 8:36 PM | 14h 52m |
| June | 5:26 AM | 9:02 PM | 15h 36m |
| July | 5:41 AM | 8:57 PM | 15h 16m |
| August | 6:15 AM | 8:19 PM | 14h 04m |
| September | 6:52 AM | 7:24 PM | 12h 32m |
| October | 7:29 AM | 6:28 PM | 10h 59m |
| November | 7:11 AM | 4:44 PM | 9h 33m |
| December | 7:44 AM | 4:32 PM | 8h 47m |