Sun Times in Gretna
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Gretna?
Sunrise in Gretna on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:33 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Gretna?
Sunset in Gretna on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 8:10 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Gretna?
Morning golden hour in Gretna ends at 7:09 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:34 PM.
How long is the day in Gretna?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Gretna there are 13 hours and 36 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Gretna?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Gretna at 1:22 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 Gretna?
In Gretna, sunset is at 8:10 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:45 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:37 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Gretna?
Twilight in Gretna lasts approximately 96 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 Gretna?
The earliest sunrise in Gretna in 2026 is at 5:57 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 Gretna?
The latest sunset in Gretna in 2026 is at 8:41 PM on June 27 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Gretna?
After sunset at 8:10 PM in Gretna, civil twilight ends at 8:37 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:45 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Gretna 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 Gretna
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Gretna on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:29 AM | 5:24 PM | 9h 55m |
| February | 7:05 AM | 5:57 PM | 10h 52m |
| March | 7:28 AM | 7:24 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 6:43 AM | 7:52 PM | 13h 09m |
| May | 6:09 AM | 8:18 PM | 14h 09m |
| June | 5:57 AM | 8:38 PM | 14h 41m |
| July | 6:09 AM | 8:36 PM | 14h 27m |
| August | 6:34 AM | 8:08 PM | 13h 34m |
| September | 6:59 AM | 7:24 PM | 12h 25m |
| October | 7:25 AM | 6:40 PM | 11h 15m |
| November | 6:56 AM | 5:07 PM | 10h 12m |
| December | 7:23 AM | 5:01 PM | 9h 39m |
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