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Sun Times in Lookout Mountain
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Lookout Mountain?
Sunrise in Lookout Mountain on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 7:09 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Lookout Mountain?
Sunset in Lookout Mountain on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 8:15 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Lookout Mountain?
Morning golden hour in Lookout Mountain ends at 7:43 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:42 PM.
How long is the day in Lookout Mountain?
On Wednesday, August 26, 2026 in Lookout Mountain there are 13 hours and 6 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Lookout Mountain?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Lookout Mountain at 1:43 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 Lookout Mountain?
In Lookout Mountain, sunset is at 8:15 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:45 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:42 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Lookout Mountain?
Twilight in Lookout Mountain lasts approximately 89 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 Lookout Mountain?
The earliest sunrise in Lookout Mountain in 2026 is at 6:26 AM on June 10 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Lookout Mountain?
The latest sunset in Lookout Mountain in 2026 is at 8:59 PM on June 23 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Lookout Mountain?
After sunset at 8:15 PM in Lookout Mountain, civil twilight ends at 8:42 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:45 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Lookout Mountain 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 Lookout Mountain
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Lookout Mountain on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:48 AM | 5:53 PM | 10h 04m |
| February | 7:27 AM | 6:24 PM | 10h 57m |
| March | 7:51 AM | 7:49 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 7:09 AM | 8:14 PM | 13h 05m |
| May | 6:37 AM | 8:38 PM | 14h 00m |
| June | 6:27 AM | 8:57 PM | 14h 30m |
| July | 6:38 AM | 8:55 PM | 14h 17m |
| August | 7:01 AM | 8:29 PM | 13h 28m |
| September | 7:24 AM | 7:48 PM | 12h 24m |
| October | 7:47 AM | 7:06 PM | 11h 19m |
| November | 7:15 AM | 5:35 PM | 10h 20m |
| December | 7:42 AM | 5:31 PM | 9h 49m |