Sun Times in Idaho City
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Idaho City?
Sunrise in Idaho City on Monday, August 31, 2026 is at 7:05 AM (America/Boise). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Idaho City?
Sunset in Idaho City on Monday, August 31, 2026 is at 8:20 PM (America/Boise). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Idaho City?
Morning golden hour in Idaho City ends at 7:44 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:42 PM.
How long is the day in Idaho City?
On Monday, August 31, 2026 in Idaho City there are 13 hours and 14 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Idaho City?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Idaho City at 1:43 PM (America/Boise). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Idaho City?
In Idaho City, sunset is at 8:20 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:03 PM (America/Boise). Civil twilight ends at 8:50 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Idaho City?
Twilight in Idaho City lasts approximately 103 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 Idaho City?
The earliest sunrise in Idaho City in 2026 is at 6:00 AM on June 10 (America/Boise). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Idaho City?
The latest sunset in Idaho City in 2026 is at 9:29 PM on June 20 (America/Boise). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Idaho City?
After sunset at 8:20 PM in Idaho City, civil twilight ends at 8:50 PM — about 30 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:03 PM (America/Boise).
What these times mean
Solar times in Idaho 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 Idaho City
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Idaho City on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:14 AM | 5:31 PM | 9h 18m |
| February | 7:41 AM | 6:13 PM | 10h 32m |
| March | 7:55 AM | 7:49 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 7:00 AM | 8:27 PM | 13h 27m |
| May | 6:17 AM | 9:02 PM | 14h 45m |
| June | 6:00 AM | 9:27 PM | 15h 27m |
| July | 6:15 AM | 9:23 PM | 15h 08m |
| August | 6:47 AM | 8:47 PM | 13h 59m |
| September | 7:22 AM | 7:53 PM | 12h 30m |
| October | 7:57 AM | 6:59 PM | 11h 01m |
| November | 7:38 AM | 5:17 PM | 9h 39m |
| December | 8:10 AM | 5:06 PM | 8h 56m |
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