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Sun Times in Hocking
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Hocking?
Sunrise in Hocking on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 6:39 AM (Australia/Perth). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Hocking?
Sunset in Hocking on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 5:57 PM (Australia/Perth). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Hocking?
Morning golden hour in Hocking ends at 7:12 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:24 PM.
How long is the day in Hocking?
On Friday, August 28, 2026 in Hocking there are 11 hours and 17 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Hocking?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Hocking at 12:18 PM (Australia/Perth). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Hocking?
In Hocking, sunset is at 5:57 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:18 PM (Australia/Perth). Civil twilight ends at 6:21 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Hocking?
Twilight in Hocking lasts approximately 81 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 Hocking?
The earliest sunrise in Hocking in 2026 is at 5:03 AM on December 1 (Australia/Perth). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Hocking?
The latest sunset in Hocking in 2026 is at 7:26 PM on January 4 (Australia/Perth). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Hocking?
After sunset at 5:57 PM in Hocking, civil twilight ends at 6:21 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:18 PM (Australia/Perth).
What these times mean
Solar times in Hocking 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 Hocking
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Hocking on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:26 AM | 7:25 PM | 14h 00m |
| February | 5:54 AM | 7:06 PM | 13h 12m |
| March | 6:16 AM | 6:34 PM | 12h 18m |
| April | 6:37 AM | 5:56 PM | 11h 19m |
| May | 6:57 AM | 5:28 PM | 10h 31m |
| June | 7:14 AM | 5:19 PM | 10h 05m |
| July | 7:15 AM | 5:30 PM | 10h 16m |
| August | 6:53 AM | 5:49 PM | 10h 57m |
| September | 6:15 AM | 6:08 PM | 11h 53m |
| October | 5:37 AM | 6:28 PM | 12h 50m |
| November | 5:09 AM | 6:53 PM | 13h 44m |
| December | 5:05 AM | 7:18 PM | 14h 13m |