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Sun Times in Pine Ridge
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Pine Ridge?
Sunrise in Pine Ridge on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:59 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Pine Ridge?
Sunset in Pine Ridge on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 8:08 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Pine Ridge?
Morning golden hour in Pine Ridge ends at 7:31 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:36 PM.
How long is the day in Pine Ridge?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Pine Ridge there are 13 hours and 9 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Pine Ridge?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Pine Ridge at 1:34 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 Pine Ridge?
In Pine Ridge, sunset is at 8:08 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:32 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:33 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Pine Ridge?
Twilight in Pine Ridge lasts approximately 84 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 Pine Ridge?
The earliest sunrise in Pine Ridge in 2026 is at 6:30 AM on June 6 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Pine Ridge?
The latest sunset in Pine Ridge in 2026 is at 8:32 PM on June 24 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Pine Ridge?
After sunset at 8:08 PM in Pine Ridge, civil twilight ends at 8:33 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:32 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Pine Ridge 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 Pine Ridge
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Pine Ridge on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:24 AM | 5:54 PM | 10h 30m |
| February | 7:08 AM | 6:19 PM | 11h 12m |
| March | 7:39 AM | 7:38 PM | 11h 59m |
| April | 7:04 AM | 7:56 PM | 12h 52m |
| May | 6:38 AM | 8:14 PM | 13h 36m |
| June | 6:30 AM | 8:30 PM | 13h 59m |
| July | 6:41 AM | 8:30 PM | 13h 49m |
| August | 6:58 AM | 8:09 PM | 13h 11m |
| September | 7:14 AM | 7:34 PM | 12h 20m |
| October | 7:31 AM | 6:59 PM | 11h 29m |
| November | 6:53 AM | 5:35 PM | 10h 42m |
| December | 7:15 AM | 5:34 PM | 10h 19m |