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Sun Times in Port Arthur
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Port Arthur?
Sunrise in Port Arthur on Sunday, August 23, 2026 is at 6:02 AM (Europe/Helsinki). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Port Arthur?
Sunset in Port Arthur on Sunday, August 23, 2026 is at 9:03 PM (Europe/Helsinki). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Port Arthur?
Morning golden hour in Port Arthur ends at 7:01 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:04 PM.
How long is the day in Port Arthur?
On Sunday, August 23, 2026 in Port Arthur there are 15 hours and 0 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Port Arthur?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Port Arthur at 1:33 PM (Europe/Helsinki). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Port Arthur?
In Port Arthur, sunset is at 9:03 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 12:57 AM (Europe/Helsinki). Civil twilight ends at 9:51 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Port Arthur?
Twilight in Port Arthur lasts approximately 235 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 Arthur?
The earliest sunrise in Port Arthur in 2026 is at 4:01 AM on June 16 (Europe/Helsinki). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Port Arthur?
The latest sunset in Port Arthur in 2026 is at 11:04 PM on June 21 (Europe/Helsinki). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Port Arthur?
After sunset at 9:03 PM in Port Arthur, civil twilight ends at 9:51 PM — about 48 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 12:57 AM (Europe/Helsinki).
What these times mean
Solar times in Port Arthur 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 Arthur
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Port Arthur on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9:22 AM | 3:59 PM | 6h 37m |
| February | 8:11 AM | 5:20 PM | 9h 09m |
| March | 6:48 AM | 6:32 PM | 11h 45m |
| April | 6:13 AM | 8:50 PM | 14h 37m |
| May | 4:50 AM | 10:06 PM | 17h 16m |
| June | 4:02 AM | 11:01 PM | 18h 59m |
| July | 4:30 AM | 10:42 PM | 18h 12m |
| August | 5:42 AM | 9:26 PM | 15h 44m |
| September | 6:58 AM | 7:52 PM | 12h 55m |
| October | 8:11 AM | 6:21 PM | 10h 10m |
| November | 8:31 AM | 3:58 PM | 7h 27m |
| December | 9:32 AM | 3:19 PM | 5h 47m |