Sun Times in Houston
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Houston?
Sunrise in Houston on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:36 AM (America/Vancouver). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Houston?
Sunset in Houston on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 8:14 PM (America/Vancouver). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Houston?
Morning golden hour in Houston ends at 7:24 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:27 PM.
How long is the day in Houston?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Houston there are 13 hours and 38 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Houston?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Houston at 1:26 PM (America/Vancouver). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Houston?
In Houston, sunset is at 8:14 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:30 PM (America/Vancouver). Civil twilight ends at 8:52 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Houston?
Twilight in Houston lasts approximately 136 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 Houston?
The earliest sunrise in Houston in 2026 is at 4:51 AM on June 12 (America/Vancouver). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Houston?
The latest sunset in Houston in 2026 is at 10:05 PM on June 19 (America/Vancouver). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Houston?
After sunset at 8:14 PM in Houston, civil twilight ends at 8:52 PM — about 37 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:30 PM (America/Vancouver).
What these times mean
Solar times in Houston 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 Houston
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Houston on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:38 AM | 4:34 PM | 7h 55m |
| February | 7:46 AM | 5:35 PM | 9h 49m |
| March | 7:40 AM | 7:31 PM | 11h 50m |
| April | 6:24 AM | 8:30 PM | 14h 06m |
| May | 5:21 AM | 9:25 PM | 16h 04m |
| June | 4:51 AM | 10:03 PM | 17h 12m |
| July | 5:11 AM | 9:52 PM | 16h 41m |
| August | 6:03 AM | 8:57 PM | 14h 54m |
| September | 7:00 AM | 7:42 PM | 12h 42m |
| October | 7:55 AM | 6:28 PM | 10h 32m |
| November | 7:56 AM | 4:25 PM | 8h 29m |
| December | 8:42 AM | 4:01 PM | 7h 20m |
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