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Sun Times in Moorcroft
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Moorcroft?
Sunrise in Moorcroft on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:04 AM (America/Denver). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Moorcroft?
Sunset in Moorcroft on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 8:02 PM (America/Denver). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Moorcroft?
Morning golden hour in Moorcroft ends at 6:44 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:23 PM.
How long is the day in Moorcroft?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Moorcroft there are 13 hours and 58 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Moorcroft?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Moorcroft at 1:04 PM (America/Denver). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Moorcroft?
In Moorcroft, sunset is at 8:02 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:54 PM (America/Denver). Civil twilight ends at 8:34 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Moorcroft?
Twilight in Moorcroft lasts approximately 111 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 Moorcroft?
The earliest sunrise in Moorcroft in 2026 is at 5:15 AM on June 9 (America/Denver). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Moorcroft?
The latest sunset in Moorcroft in 2026 is at 8:47 PM on June 20 (America/Denver). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Moorcroft?
After sunset at 8:02 PM in Moorcroft, civil twilight ends at 8:34 PM — about 31 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:54 PM (America/Denver).
What these times mean
Solar times in Moorcroft 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 Moorcroft
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Moorcroft on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:32 AM | 4:46 PM | 9h 15m |
| February | 6:59 AM | 5:29 PM | 10h 30m |
| March | 7:11 AM | 7:06 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 6:15 AM | 7:44 PM | 13h 28m |
| May | 5:32 AM | 8:20 PM | 14h 47m |
| June | 5:15 AM | 8:45 PM | 15h 30m |
| July | 5:30 AM | 8:41 PM | 15h 11m |
| August | 6:03 AM | 8:04 PM | 14h 01m |
| September | 6:39 AM | 7:10 PM | 12h 31m |
| October | 7:14 AM | 6:15 PM | 11h 01m |
| November | 6:55 AM | 4:32 PM | 9h 37m |
| December | 7:28 AM | 4:21 PM | 8h 53m |