Sun Times in Jackson
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Jackson?
Sunrise in Jackson on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 6:25 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Jackson?
Sunset in Jackson on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 7:18 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Jackson?
Morning golden hour in Jackson ends at 6:58 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:46 PM.
How long is the day in Jackson?
On Saturday, August 29, 2026 in Jackson there are 12 hours and 53 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Jackson?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Jackson at 12:52 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Jackson?
In Jackson, sunset is at 7:18 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:43 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 7:43 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Jackson?
Twilight in Jackson lasts approximately 84 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 Jackson?
The earliest sunrise in Jackson in 2026 is at 5:46 AM on June 4 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Jackson?
The latest sunset in Jackson in 2026 is at 8:00 PM on June 24 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Jackson?
After sunset at 7:18 PM in Jackson, civil twilight ends at 7:43 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:43 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Jackson 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 Jackson
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Jackson on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:51 AM | 5:11 PM | 10h 20m |
| February | 6:33 AM | 5:38 PM | 11h 06m |
| March | 7:01 AM | 6:59 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 6:23 AM | 7:20 PM | 12h 57m |
| May | 5:55 AM | 7:41 PM | 13h 46m |
| June | 5:46 AM | 7:58 PM | 14h 12m |
| July | 5:57 AM | 7:57 PM | 14h 00m |
| August | 6:16 AM | 7:34 PM | 13h 18m |
| September | 6:35 AM | 6:57 PM | 12h 21m |
| October | 6:54 AM | 6:19 PM | 11h 25m |
| November | 6:19 AM | 4:52 PM | 10h 33m |
| December | 6:43 AM | 4:50 PM | 10h 07m |
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