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Sun Times in Idaho Falls
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Idaho Falls?
Sunrise in Idaho Falls on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 is at 6:44 AM (America/Boise). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Idaho Falls?
Sunset in Idaho Falls on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 is at 8:15 PM (America/Boise). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Idaho Falls?
Morning golden hour in Idaho Falls ends at 7:23 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:36 PM.
How long is the day in Idaho Falls?
On Tuesday, August 25, 2026 in Idaho Falls there are 13 hours and 30 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Idaho Falls?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Idaho Falls at 1:30 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 Falls?
In Idaho Falls, sunset is at 8:15 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:59 PM (America/Boise). Civil twilight ends at 8:44 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Idaho Falls?
Twilight in Idaho Falls lasts approximately 105 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 Falls?
The earliest sunrise in Idaho Falls in 2026 is at 5:46 AM on June 11 (America/Boise). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Idaho Falls?
The latest sunset in Idaho Falls in 2026 is at 9:13 PM on June 24 (America/Boise). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Idaho Falls?
After sunset at 8:15 PM in Idaho Falls, civil twilight ends at 8:44 PM — about 30 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:59 PM (America/Boise).
What these times mean
Solar times in Idaho Falls 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 Falls
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Idaho Falls on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:57 AM | 5:17 PM | 9h 20m |
| February | 7:26 AM | 5:58 PM | 10h 33m |
| March | 7:39 AM | 7:34 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:45 AM | 8:11 PM | 13h 26m |
| May | 6:03 AM | 8:46 PM | 14h 43m |
| June | 5:46 AM | 9:10 PM | 15h 24m |
| July | 6:01 AM | 9:06 PM | 15h 05m |
| August | 6:33 AM | 8:31 PM | 13h 58m |
| September | 7:07 AM | 7:37 PM | 12h 30m |
| October | 7:42 AM | 6:44 PM | 11h 02m |
| November | 7:21 AM | 5:03 PM | 9h 41m |
| December | 7:54 AM | 4:52 PM | 8h 58m |