Sun Times in Morgantown
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Morgantown?
Sunrise in Morgantown on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:31 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Morgantown?
Sunset in Morgantown on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 7:47 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Morgantown?
Morning golden hour in Morgantown ends at 7:04 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:14 PM.
How long is the day in Morgantown?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Morgantown there are 13 hours and 16 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Morgantown?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Morgantown at 1:09 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Morgantown?
In Morgantown, sunset is at 7:47 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:14 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:13 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Morgantown?
Twilight in Morgantown lasts approximately 87 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 Morgantown?
The earliest sunrise in Morgantown in 2026 is at 5:59 AM on June 8 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Morgantown?
The latest sunset in Morgantown in 2026 is at 8:14 PM on June 24 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Morgantown?
After sunset at 7:47 PM in Morgantown, civil twilight ends at 8:13 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:14 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Morgantown 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 Morgantown
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Morgantown on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:05 AM | 5:24 PM | 10h 19m |
| February | 6:46 AM | 5:52 PM | 11h 05m |
| March | 7:15 AM | 7:13 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 6:36 AM | 7:34 PM | 12h 57m |
| May | 6:08 AM | 7:55 PM | 13h 46m |
| June | 6:00 AM | 8:11 PM | 14h 12m |
| July | 6:11 AM | 8:11 PM | 14h 00m |
| August | 6:30 AM | 7:48 PM | 13h 18m |
| September | 6:49 AM | 7:11 PM | 12h 21m |
| October | 7:08 AM | 6:33 PM | 11h 25m |
| November | 6:33 AM | 5:06 PM | 10h 33m |
| December | 6:57 AM | 5:03 PM | 10h 06m |
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