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Sun Times in North Yelm
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in North Yelm?
Sunrise in North Yelm on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:24 AM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in North Yelm?
Sunset in North Yelm on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 7:57 PM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in North Yelm?
Morning golden hour in North Yelm ends at 7:05 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:16 PM.
How long is the day in North Yelm?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in North Yelm there are 13 hours and 32 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in North Yelm?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in North Yelm at 1:11 PM (America/Los_Angeles). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in North Yelm?
In North Yelm, sunset is at 7:57 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:49 PM (America/Los_Angeles). Civil twilight ends at 8:29 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in North Yelm?
Twilight in North Yelm lasts approximately 112 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 North Yelm?
The earliest sunrise in North Yelm in 2026 is at 5:14 AM on June 14 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in North Yelm?
The latest sunset in North Yelm in 2026 is at 9:09 PM on June 21 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in North Yelm?
After sunset at 7:57 PM in North Yelm, civil twilight ends at 8:29 PM — about 32 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:49 PM (America/Los_Angeles).
What these times mean
Solar times in North Yelm 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 North Yelm
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in North Yelm on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:51 AM | 4:48 PM | 8h 57m |
| February | 7:14 AM | 5:35 PM | 10h 21m |
| March | 7:22 AM | 7:16 PM | 11h 53m |
| April | 6:22 AM | 7:59 PM | 13h 37m |
| May | 5:34 AM | 8:39 PM | 15h 04m |
| June | 5:14 AM | 9:07 PM | 15h 52m |
| July | 5:30 AM | 9:01 PM | 15h 30m |
| August | 6:08 AM | 8:20 PM | 14h 13m |
| September | 6:48 AM | 7:21 PM | 12h 33m |
| October | 7:28 AM | 6:22 PM | 10h 54m |
| November | 7:13 AM | 4:35 PM | 9h 22m |
| December | 7:49 AM | 4:21 PM | 8h 32m |