Sun Times in Jackson
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Jackson?
Sunrise in Jackson on Sunday, August 30, 2026 is at 7:07 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Jackson?
Sunset in Jackson on Sunday, August 30, 2026 is at 8:11 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Jackson?
Morning golden hour in Jackson ends at 7:42 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:36 PM.
How long is the day in Jackson?
On Sunday, August 30, 2026 in Jackson there are 13 hours and 3 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 1:40 PM (America/New_York). 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 8:11 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:43 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:38 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Jackson?
Twilight in Jackson lasts approximately 92 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 6:16 AM on June 11 (America/New_York). 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 9:05 PM on June 21 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Jackson?
After sunset at 8:11 PM in Jackson, civil twilight ends at 8:38 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:43 PM (America/New_York).
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 | 7:53 AM | 5:44 PM | 9h 51m |
| February | 7:29 AM | 6:18 PM | 10h 50m |
| March | 7:50 AM | 7:46 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 7:04 AM | 8:15 PM | 13h 11m |
| May | 6:29 AM | 8:42 PM | 14h 13m |
| June | 6:16 AM | 9:03 PM | 14h 46m |
| July | 6:29 AM | 9:01 PM | 14h 32m |
| August | 6:55 AM | 8:32 PM | 13h 37m |
| September | 7:21 AM | 7:47 PM | 12h 26m |
| October | 7:48 AM | 7:01 PM | 11h 14m |
| November | 7:19 AM | 5:27 PM | 10h 08m |
| December | 7:47 AM | 5:21 PM | 9h 34m |
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