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Sun Times in Hamilton City
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Hamilton City?
Sunrise in Hamilton City on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:38 AM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Hamilton City?
Sunset in Hamilton City on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 7:35 PM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Hamilton City?
Morning golden hour in Hamilton City ends at 7:14 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:59 PM.
How long is the day in Hamilton City?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Hamilton City there are 12 hours and 57 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Hamilton City?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Hamilton City at 1:07 PM (America/Los_Angeles). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Hamilton City?
In Hamilton City, sunset is at 7:35 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:09 PM (America/Los_Angeles). Civil twilight ends at 8:03 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Hamilton City?
Twilight in Hamilton City lasts approximately 94 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 Hamilton City?
The earliest sunrise in Hamilton City in 2026 is at 5:39 AM on June 8 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Hamilton City?
The latest sunset in Hamilton City in 2026 is at 8:40 PM on June 24 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Hamilton City?
After sunset at 7:35 PM in Hamilton City, civil twilight ends at 8:03 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:09 PM (America/Los_Angeles).
What these times mean
Solar times in Hamilton City 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 Hamilton City
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Hamilton City on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:27 AM | 5:08 PM | 9h 41m |
| February | 7:00 AM | 5:44 PM | 10h 44m |
| March | 7:19 AM | 7:15 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:30 AM | 7:46 PM | 13h 16m |
| May | 5:53 AM | 8:16 PM | 14h 23m |
| June | 5:39 AM | 8:37 PM | 14h 58m |
| July | 5:52 AM | 8:35 PM | 14h 42m |
| August | 6:20 AM | 8:03 PM | 13h 44m |
| September | 6:49 AM | 7:16 PM | 12h 27m |
| October | 7:18 AM | 6:28 PM | 11h 10m |
| November | 6:52 AM | 4:52 PM | 9h 59m |
| December | 7:22 AM | 4:44 PM | 9h 22m |