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Sun Times in Palama
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Palama?
Sunrise in Palama on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:10 AM (Pacific/Honolulu). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Palama?
Sunset in Palama on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 7:01 PM (Pacific/Honolulu). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Palama?
Morning golden hour in Palama ends at 6:40 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:31 PM.
How long is the day in Palama?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Palama there are 12 hours and 51 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Palama?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Palama at 12:35 PM (Pacific/Honolulu). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Palama?
In Palama, sunset is at 7:01 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:19 PM (Pacific/Honolulu). Civil twilight ends at 7:24 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Palama?
Twilight in Palama lasts approximately 78 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 Palama?
The earliest sunrise in Palama in 2026 is at 5:48 AM on June 1 (Pacific/Honolulu). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Palama?
The latest sunset in Palama in 2026 is at 7:17 PM on June 25 (Pacific/Honolulu). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Palama?
After sunset at 7:01 PM in Palama, civil twilight ends at 7:24 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:19 PM (Pacific/Honolulu).
What these times mean
Solar times in Palama 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 Palama
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Palama on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:11 AM | 6:10 PM | 10h 59m |
| February | 7:01 AM | 6:29 PM | 11h 28m |
| March | 6:39 AM | 6:41 PM | 12h 01m |
| April | 6:12 AM | 6:50 PM | 12h 39m |
| May | 5:53 AM | 7:02 PM | 13h 10m |
| June | 5:49 AM | 7:14 PM | 13h 26m |
| July | 5:58 AM | 7:16 PM | 13h 18m |
| August | 6:10 AM | 7:01 PM | 12h 51m |
| September | 6:18 AM | 6:34 PM | 12h 16m |
| October | 6:27 AM | 6:06 PM | 11h 39m |
| November | 6:42 AM | 5:49 PM | 11h 07m |
| December | 7:01 AM | 5:52 PM | 10h 51m |