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Sun Times in Mount Dora
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Mount Dora?
Sunrise in Mount Dora on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 6:56 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Mount Dora?
Sunset in Mount Dora on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 8:05 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Mount Dora?
Morning golden hour in Mount Dora ends at 7:28 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:32 PM.
How long is the day in Mount Dora?
On Sunday, August 16, 2026 in Mount Dora there are 13 hours and 8 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Mount Dora?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Mount Dora at 1:30 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 Mount Dora?
In Mount Dora, sunset is at 8:05 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:29 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:29 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Mount Dora?
Twilight in Mount Dora lasts approximately 84 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 Mount Dora?
The earliest sunrise in Mount Dora in 2026 is at 6:27 AM on June 6 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Mount Dora?
The latest sunset in Mount Dora in 2026 is at 8:28 PM on June 22 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Mount Dora?
After sunset at 8:05 PM in Mount Dora, civil twilight ends at 8:29 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:29 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Mount Dora 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 Mount Dora
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Mount Dora on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:20 AM | 5:51 PM | 10h 31m |
| February | 7:04 AM | 6:16 PM | 11h 12m |
| March | 7:36 AM | 7:35 PM | 11h 59m |
| April | 7:00 AM | 7:52 PM | 12h 52m |
| May | 6:35 AM | 8:10 PM | 13h 35m |
| June | 6:27 AM | 8:26 PM | 13h 58m |
| July | 6:38 AM | 8:26 PM | 13h 48m |
| August | 6:55 AM | 8:05 PM | 13h 10m |
| September | 7:11 AM | 7:31 PM | 12h 20m |
| October | 7:27 AM | 6:56 PM | 11h 29m |
| November | 6:49 AM | 5:32 PM | 10h 43m |
| December | 7:12 AM | 5:31 PM | 10h 19m |