Sun Times in Orchard Mesa
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Orchard Mesa?
Sunrise in Orchard Mesa on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:43 AM (America/Denver). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Orchard Mesa?
Sunset in Orchard Mesa on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 7:42 PM (America/Denver). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Orchard Mesa?
Morning golden hour in Orchard Mesa ends at 7:19 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:07 PM.
How long is the day in Orchard Mesa?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Orchard Mesa there are 12 hours and 58 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Orchard Mesa?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Orchard Mesa at 1:13 PM (America/Denver). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Orchard Mesa?
In Orchard Mesa, sunset is at 7:42 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:16 PM (America/Denver). Civil twilight ends at 8:10 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Orchard Mesa?
Twilight in Orchard Mesa lasts approximately 93 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 Orchard Mesa?
The earliest sunrise in Orchard Mesa in 2026 is at 5:47 AM on June 10 (America/Denver). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Orchard Mesa?
The latest sunset in Orchard Mesa in 2026 is at 8:44 PM on June 26 (America/Denver). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Orchard Mesa?
After sunset at 7:42 PM in Orchard Mesa, civil twilight ends at 8:10 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:16 PM (America/Denver).
What these times mean
Solar times in Orchard Mesa 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 Orchard Mesa
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Orchard Mesa on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:31 AM | 5:16 PM | 9h 45m |
| February | 7:05 AM | 5:51 PM | 10h 46m |
| March | 7:25 AM | 7:21 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:37 AM | 7:51 PM | 13h 14m |
| May | 6:01 AM | 8:20 PM | 14h 19m |
| June | 5:47 AM | 8:41 PM | 14h 54m |
| July | 6:00 AM | 8:39 PM | 14h 38m |
| August | 6:27 AM | 8:08 PM | 13h 41m |
| September | 6:55 AM | 7:22 PM | 12h 27m |
| October | 7:23 AM | 6:35 PM | 11h 11m |
| November | 6:57 AM | 4:59 PM | 10h 03m |
| December | 7:26 AM | 4:52 PM | 9h 27m |
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