Sun Times in Port Aransas
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Port Aransas?
Sunrise in Port Aransas on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 is at 7:03 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Port Aransas?
Sunset in Port Aransas on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 is at 7:56 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Port Aransas?
Morning golden hour in Port Aransas ends at 7:35 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:25 PM.
How long is the day in Port Aransas?
On Tuesday, August 25, 2026 in Port Aransas there are 12 hours and 52 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Port Aransas?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Port Aransas at 1:30 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Port Aransas?
In Port Aransas, sunset is at 7:56 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:17 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:20 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Port Aransas?
Twilight in Port Aransas lasts approximately 81 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 Port Aransas?
The earliest sunrise in Port Aransas in 2026 is at 6:31 AM on June 4 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Port Aransas?
The latest sunset in Port Aransas in 2026 is at 8:28 PM on June 25 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Port Aransas?
After sunset at 7:56 PM in Port Aransas, civil twilight ends at 8:20 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:17 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Port Aransas 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 Port Aransas
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Port Aransas on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:20 AM | 5:55 PM | 10h 35m |
| February | 7:05 AM | 6:19 PM | 11h 14m |
| March | 7:37 AM | 7:36 PM | 11h 59m |
| April | 7:03 AM | 7:53 PM | 12h 50m |
| May | 6:38 AM | 8:10 PM | 13h 32m |
| June | 6:31 AM | 8:25 PM | 13h 54m |
| July | 6:42 AM | 8:26 PM | 13h 44m |
| August | 6:58 AM | 8:06 PM | 13h 08m |
| September | 7:13 AM | 7:32 PM | 12h 19m |
| October | 7:28 AM | 6:58 PM | 11h 30m |
| November | 6:49 AM | 5:35 PM | 10h 46m |
| December | 7:11 AM | 5:35 PM | 10h 24m |
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