Sun Times in Grand Canyon
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Grand Canyon?
Sunrise in Grand Canyon on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 5:56 AM (America/Phoenix). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Grand Canyon?
Sunset in Grand Canyon on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 7:02 PM (America/Phoenix). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Grand Canyon?
Morning golden hour in Grand Canyon ends at 6:30 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:28 PM.
How long is the day in Grand Canyon?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Grand Canyon there are 13 hours and 6 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Grand Canyon?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Grand Canyon at 12:30 PM (America/Phoenix). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Grand Canyon?
In Grand Canyon, sunset is at 7:02 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:33 PM (America/Phoenix). Civil twilight ends at 7:29 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Grand Canyon?
Twilight in Grand Canyon lasts approximately 90 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 Grand Canyon?
The earliest sunrise in Grand Canyon in 2026 is at 5:11 AM on June 5 (America/Phoenix). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Grand Canyon?
The latest sunset in Grand Canyon in 2026 is at 7:49 PM on June 22 (America/Phoenix). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Grand Canyon?
After sunset at 7:02 PM in Grand Canyon, civil twilight ends at 7:29 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:33 PM (America/Phoenix).
What these times mean
Solar times in Grand Canyon 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 Grand Canyon
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Grand Canyon on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:38 AM | 5:37 PM | 9h 59m |
| February | 7:15 AM | 6:10 PM | 10h 54m |
| March | 6:39 AM | 6:36 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 5:55 AM | 7:02 PM | 13h 07m |
| May | 5:22 AM | 7:27 PM | 14h 05m |
| June | 5:11 AM | 7:47 PM | 14h 36m |
| July | 5:23 AM | 7:45 PM | 14h 22m |
| August | 5:47 AM | 7:18 PM | 13h 31m |
| September | 6:11 AM | 6:35 PM | 12h 24m |
| October | 6:35 AM | 5:52 PM | 11h 17m |
| November | 7:05 AM | 5:20 PM | 10h 15m |
| December | 7:32 AM | 5:15 PM | 9h 43m |
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