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Sun Times in Pineville
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Pineville?
Sunrise in Pineville on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 6:37 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Pineville?
Sunset in Pineville on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 7:49 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Pineville?
Morning golden hour in Pineville ends at 7:10 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:16 PM.
How long is the day in Pineville?
On Monday, August 17, 2026 in Pineville there are 13 hours and 12 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Pineville?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Pineville at 1:13 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Pineville?
In Pineville, sunset is at 7:49 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:15 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:14 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Pineville?
Twilight in Pineville 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 Pineville?
The earliest sunrise in Pineville in 2026 is at 6:04 AM on June 8 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Pineville?
The latest sunset in Pineville in 2026 is at 8:18 PM on June 26 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Pineville?
After sunset at 7:49 PM in Pineville, civil twilight ends at 8:14 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:15 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Pineville 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 Pineville
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Pineville on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:09 AM | 5:29 PM | 10h 21m |
| February | 6:50 AM | 5:57 PM | 11h 06m |
| March | 7:19 AM | 7:17 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 6:41 AM | 7:38 PM | 12h 57m |
| May | 6:13 AM | 7:58 PM | 13h 45m |
| June | 6:05 AM | 8:15 PM | 14h 11m |
| July | 6:16 AM | 8:15 PM | 13h 59m |
| August | 6:35 AM | 7:52 PM | 13h 17m |
| September | 6:53 AM | 7:15 PM | 12h 21m |
| October | 7:12 AM | 6:37 PM | 11h 25m |
| November | 6:37 AM | 5:11 PM | 10h 34m |
| December | 7:01 AM | 5:08 PM | 10h 07m |