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Sun Times in Lake Wales
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Lake Wales?
Sunrise in Lake Wales on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 7:03 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Lake Wales?
Sunset in Lake Wales on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 7:50 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Lake Wales?
Morning golden hour in Lake Wales ends at 7:35 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:19 PM.
How long is the day in Lake Wales?
On Saturday, August 29, 2026 in Lake Wales there are 12 hours and 46 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Lake Wales?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Lake Wales at 1:27 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 Lake Wales?
In Lake Wales, sunset is at 7:50 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:11 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:14 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Lake Wales?
Twilight in Lake Wales lasts approximately 81 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 Lake Wales?
The earliest sunrise in Lake Wales in 2026 is at 6:29 AM on June 4 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Lake Wales?
The latest sunset in Lake Wales in 2026 is at 8:26 PM on June 24 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Lake Wales?
After sunset at 7:50 PM in Lake Wales, civil twilight ends at 8:14 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:11 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Lake Wales 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 Lake Wales
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Lake Wales on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:18 AM | 5:53 PM | 10h 34m |
| February | 7:03 AM | 6:17 PM | 11h 14m |
| March | 7:35 AM | 7:35 PM | 11h 59m |
| April | 7:01 AM | 7:51 PM | 12h 50m |
| May | 6:36 AM | 8:08 PM | 13h 32m |
| June | 6:29 AM | 8:24 PM | 13h 54m |
| July | 6:40 AM | 8:24 PM | 13h 44m |
| August | 6:56 AM | 8:04 PM | 13h 08m |
| September | 7:11 AM | 7:30 PM | 12h 19m |
| October | 7:26 AM | 6:57 PM | 11h 30m |
| November | 6:47 AM | 5:33 PM | 10h 46m |
| December | 7:09 AM | 5:33 PM | 10h 23m |