Sun Times in Lufkin
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Lufkin?
Sunrise in Lufkin on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:43 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Lufkin?
Sunset in Lufkin on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 8:02 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Lufkin?
Morning golden hour in Lufkin ends at 7:17 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:29 PM.
How long is the day in Lufkin?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Lufkin there are 13 hours and 18 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Lufkin?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Lufkin at 1:23 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Lufkin?
In Lufkin, sunset is at 8:02 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:30 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:28 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Lufkin?
Twilight in Lufkin 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 Lufkin?
The earliest sunrise in Lufkin in 2026 is at 6:13 AM on June 10 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Lufkin?
The latest sunset in Lufkin in 2026 is at 8:27 PM on June 24 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Lufkin?
After sunset at 8:02 PM in Lufkin, civil twilight ends at 8:28 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:30 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Lufkin 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 Lufkin
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Lufkin on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:18 AM | 5:38 PM | 10h 20m |
| February | 7:00 AM | 6:06 PM | 11h 06m |
| March | 7:28 AM | 7:27 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 6:50 AM | 7:47 PM | 12h 57m |
| May | 6:22 AM | 8:08 PM | 13h 45m |
| June | 6:14 AM | 8:24 PM | 14h 11m |
| July | 6:25 AM | 8:24 PM | 13h 59m |
| August | 6:44 AM | 8:01 PM | 13h 17m |
| September | 7:03 AM | 7:24 PM | 12h 21m |
| October | 7:21 AM | 6:46 PM | 11h 25m |
| November | 6:46 AM | 5:20 PM | 10h 34m |
| December | 7:10 AM | 5:17 PM | 10h 07m |
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