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Sun Times in Mint Hill
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Mint Hill?
Sunrise in Mint Hill on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is at 6:44 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Mint Hill?
Sunset in Mint Hill on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is at 8:07 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Mint Hill?
Morning golden hour in Mint Hill ends at 7:19 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:33 PM.
How long is the day in Mint Hill?
On Tuesday, August 18, 2026 in Mint Hill there are 13 hours and 22 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Mint Hill?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Mint Hill at 1:26 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 Mint Hill?
In Mint Hill, sunset is at 8:07 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:39 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:34 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Mint Hill?
Twilight in Mint Hill lasts approximately 92 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 Mint Hill?
The earliest sunrise in Mint Hill in 2026 is at 6:07 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 Mint Hill?
The latest sunset in Mint Hill in 2026 is at 8:41 PM on June 26 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Mint Hill?
After sunset at 8:07 PM in Mint Hill, civil twilight ends at 8:34 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:39 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Mint 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 Mint Hill
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Mint Hill on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:30 AM | 5:33 PM | 10h 03m |
| February | 7:08 AM | 6:05 PM | 10h 57m |
| March | 7:33 AM | 7:30 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 6:50 AM | 7:55 PM | 13h 05m |
| May | 6:18 AM | 8:19 PM | 14h 01m |
| June | 6:07 AM | 8:38 PM | 14h 31m |
| July | 6:19 AM | 8:37 PM | 14h 18m |
| August | 6:42 AM | 8:11 PM | 13h 29m |
| September | 7:05 AM | 7:29 PM | 12h 24m |
| October | 7:28 AM | 6:47 PM | 11h 19m |
| November | 6:57 AM | 5:16 PM | 10h 19m |
| December | 7:23 AM | 5:11 PM | 9h 48m |