Sun Times in Mescalero
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Mescalero?
Sunrise in Mescalero on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 6:35 AM (America/Denver). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Mescalero?
Sunset in Mescalero on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 7:31 PM (America/Denver). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Mescalero?
Morning golden hour in Mescalero ends at 7:08 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:58 PM.
How long is the day in Mescalero?
On Friday, August 28, 2026 in Mescalero there are 12 hours and 56 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Mescalero?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Mescalero at 1:03 PM (America/Denver). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Mescalero?
In Mescalero, sunset is at 7:31 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:57 PM (America/Denver). Civil twilight ends at 7:57 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Mescalero?
Twilight in Mescalero lasts approximately 86 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 Mescalero?
The earliest sunrise in Mescalero in 2026 is at 5:53 AM on June 6 (America/Denver). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Mescalero?
The latest sunset in Mescalero in 2026 is at 8:16 PM on June 25 (America/Denver). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Mescalero?
After sunset at 7:31 PM in Mescalero, civil twilight ends at 7:57 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:57 PM (America/Denver).
What these times mean
Solar times in Mescalero 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 Mescalero
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Mescalero on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:06 AM | 5:19 PM | 10h 13m |
| February | 6:46 AM | 5:48 PM | 11h 02m |
| March | 7:13 AM | 7:11 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 6:32 AM | 7:33 PM | 13h 01m |
| May | 6:03 AM | 7:56 PM | 13h 53m |
| June | 5:53 AM | 8:13 PM | 14h 20m |
| July | 6:05 AM | 8:12 PM | 14h 08m |
| August | 6:26 AM | 7:48 PM | 13h 22m |
| September | 6:46 AM | 7:09 PM | 12h 22m |
| October | 7:07 AM | 6:29 PM | 11h 22m |
| November | 6:34 AM | 5:01 PM | 10h 27m |
| December | 6:59 AM | 4:57 PM | 9h 59m |
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