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Sun Times in Mars Hill
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Mars Hill?
Sunrise in Mars Hill on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is at 6:51 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Mars Hill?
Sunset in Mars Hill on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is at 8:16 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Mars Hill?
Morning golden hour in Mars Hill ends at 7:26 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:41 PM.
How long is the day in Mars Hill?
On Tuesday, August 18, 2026 in Mars Hill there are 13 hours and 24 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Mars Hill?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Mars Hill at 1:34 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 Mars Hill?
In Mars Hill, sunset is at 8:16 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:48 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:42 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Mars Hill?
Twilight in Mars Hill lasts approximately 93 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 Mars Hill?
The earliest sunrise in Mars Hill in 2026 is at 6:13 AM on June 7 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Mars Hill?
The latest sunset in Mars Hill in 2026 is at 8:50 PM on June 22 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Mars Hill?
After sunset at 8:16 PM in Mars Hill, civil twilight ends at 8:42 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:48 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Mars Hill 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 Mars Hill
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Mars Hill on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:39 AM | 5:40 PM | 10h 00m |
| February | 7:17 AM | 6:11 PM | 10h 55m |
| March | 7:40 AM | 7:37 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 6:57 AM | 8:03 PM | 13h 07m |
| May | 6:24 AM | 8:28 PM | 14h 04m |
| June | 6:13 AM | 8:48 PM | 14h 35m |
| July | 6:25 AM | 8:46 PM | 14h 21m |
| August | 6:49 AM | 8:19 PM | 13h 31m |
| September | 7:12 AM | 7:37 PM | 12h 24m |
| October | 7:36 AM | 6:54 PM | 11h 17m |
| November | 7:06 AM | 5:22 PM | 10h 16m |
| December | 7:33 AM | 5:17 PM | 9h 45m |