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Sun Times in Paradise Valley
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Paradise Valley?
Sunrise in Paradise Valley on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 5:59 AM (America/Phoenix). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Paradise Valley?
Sunset in Paradise Valley on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 6:58 PM (America/Phoenix). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Paradise Valley?
Morning golden hour in Paradise Valley ends at 6:32 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:24 PM.
How long is the day in Paradise Valley?
On Friday, August 28, 2026 in Paradise Valley there are 12 hours and 58 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Paradise Valley?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Paradise Valley at 12:28 PM (America/Phoenix). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Paradise Valley?
In Paradise Valley, sunset is at 6:58 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:24 PM (America/Phoenix). Civil twilight ends at 7:23 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Paradise Valley?
Twilight in Paradise Valley lasts approximately 87 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 Paradise Valley?
The earliest sunrise in Paradise Valley in 2026 is at 5:17 AM on June 5 (America/Phoenix). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Paradise Valley?
The latest sunset in Paradise Valley in 2026 is at 7:41 PM on June 21 (America/Phoenix). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Paradise Valley?
After sunset at 6:58 PM in Paradise Valley, civil twilight ends at 7:23 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:24 PM (America/Phoenix).
What these times mean
Solar times in Paradise Valley 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 Paradise Valley
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Paradise Valley on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:31 AM | 5:42 PM | 10h 11m |
| February | 7:11 AM | 6:12 PM | 11h 01m |
| March | 6:37 AM | 6:35 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 5:57 AM | 6:58 PM | 13h 02m |
| May | 5:27 AM | 7:21 PM | 13h 54m |
| June | 5:17 AM | 7:39 PM | 14h 22m |
| July | 5:28 AM | 7:38 PM | 14h 10m |
| August | 5:50 AM | 7:13 PM | 13h 23m |
| September | 6:11 AM | 6:33 PM | 12h 23m |
| October | 6:32 AM | 5:53 PM | 11h 21m |
| November | 6:59 AM | 5:24 PM | 10h 25m |
| December | 7:24 AM | 5:21 PM | 9h 57m |