Sun Times in Imperial
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Imperial?
Sunrise in Imperial on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:08 AM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Imperial?
Sunset in Imperial on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 7:22 PM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Imperial?
Morning golden hour in Imperial ends at 6:41 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:49 PM.
How long is the day in Imperial?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Imperial there are 13 hours and 14 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Imperial?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Imperial at 12:45 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 Imperial?
In Imperial, sunset is at 7:22 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:50 PM (America/Los_Angeles). Civil twilight ends at 7:48 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Imperial?
Twilight in Imperial lasts approximately 88 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 Imperial?
The earliest sunrise in Imperial in 2026 is at 5:33 AM on June 6 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Imperial?
The latest sunset in Imperial in 2026 is at 7:54 PM on June 23 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Imperial?
After sunset at 7:22 PM in Imperial, civil twilight ends at 7:48 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:50 PM (America/Los_Angeles).
What these times mean
Solar times in Imperial 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 Imperial
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Imperial on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:44 AM | 4:58 PM | 10h 14m |
| February | 6:25 AM | 5:27 PM | 11h 03m |
| March | 6:52 AM | 6:50 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 6:12 AM | 7:12 PM | 13h 00m |
| May | 5:43 AM | 7:34 PM | 13h 51m |
| June | 5:33 AM | 7:52 PM | 14h 19m |
| July | 5:45 AM | 7:51 PM | 14h 06m |
| August | 6:05 AM | 7:27 PM | 13h 21m |
| September | 6:26 AM | 6:48 PM | 12h 22m |
| October | 6:46 AM | 6:08 PM | 11h 22m |
| November | 6:12 AM | 4:40 PM | 10h 28m |
| December | 6:37 AM | 4:37 PM | 10h 00m |
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