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Sun Times in Odessa
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Odessa?
Sunrise in Odessa on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 7:06 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Odessa?
Sunset in Odessa on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 7:56 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Odessa?
Morning golden hour in Odessa ends at 7:37 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:25 PM.
How long is the day in Odessa?
On Wednesday, August 26, 2026 in Odessa there are 12 hours and 50 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Odessa?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Odessa at 1:31 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 Odessa?
In Odessa, sunset is at 7:56 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:18 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:20 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Odessa?
Twilight in Odessa lasts approximately 81 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 Odessa?
The earliest sunrise in Odessa in 2026 is at 6:32 AM on June 8 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Odessa?
The latest sunset in Odessa in 2026 is at 8:31 PM on June 26 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Odessa?
After sunset at 7:56 PM in Odessa, civil twilight ends at 8:20 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:18 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Odessa 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 Odessa
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Odessa on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:23 AM | 5:56 PM | 10h 33m |
| February | 7:08 AM | 6:21 PM | 11h 13m |
| March | 7:39 AM | 7:39 PM | 11h 59m |
| April | 7:05 AM | 7:55 PM | 12h 51m |
| May | 6:40 AM | 8:13 PM | 13h 33m |
| June | 6:33 AM | 8:28 PM | 13h 56m |
| July | 6:43 AM | 8:29 PM | 13h 46m |
| August | 7:00 AM | 8:08 PM | 13h 09m |
| September | 7:15 AM | 7:35 PM | 12h 20m |
| October | 7:30 AM | 7:00 PM | 11h 30m |
| November | 6:52 AM | 5:37 PM | 10h 45m |
| December | 7:14 AM | 5:36 PM | 10h 22m |