Sun Times in Plains
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Plains?
Sunrise in Plains on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 5:56 AM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Plains?
Sunset in Plains on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 8:40 PM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Plains?
Morning golden hour in Plains ends at 6:48 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:48 PM.
How long is the day in Plains?
On Thursday, August 20, 2026 in Plains there are 14 hours and 43 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Plains?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Plains at 1:19 PM (Europe/London). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Plains?
In Plains, sunset is at 8:40 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:26 PM (Europe/London). Civil twilight ends at 9:21 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Plains?
Twilight in Plains lasts approximately 167 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 Plains?
The earliest sunrise in Plains in 2026 is at 4:29 AM on June 14 (Europe/London). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Plains?
The latest sunset in Plains in 2026 is at 10:05 PM on June 20 (Europe/London). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Plains?
After sunset at 8:40 PM in Plains, civil twilight ends at 9:21 PM — about 42 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:26 PM (Europe/London).
What these times mean
Solar times in Plains 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 Plains
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Plains on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:36 AM | 4:14 PM | 7h 38m |
| February | 7:40 AM | 5:19 PM | 9h 39m |
| March | 6:31 AM | 6:19 PM | 11h 48m |
| April | 6:10 AM | 8:22 PM | 14h 12m |
| May | 5:03 AM | 9:21 PM | 16h 18m |
| June | 4:29 AM | 10:03 PM | 17h 33m |
| July | 4:51 AM | 9:51 PM | 17h 00m |
| August | 5:46 AM | 8:52 PM | 15h 05m |
| September | 6:47 AM | 7:33 PM | 12h 46m |
| October | 7:46 AM | 6:15 PM | 10h 29m |
| November | 7:51 AM | 4:08 PM | 8h 17m |
| December | 8:40 AM | 3:41 PM | 7h 01m |
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