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Sun Times in Port Neches
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Port Neches?
Sunrise in Port Neches on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 6:49 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Port Neches?
Sunset in Port Neches on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 7:45 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Port Neches?
Morning golden hour in Port Neches ends at 7:21 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:13 PM.
How long is the day in Port Neches?
On Wednesday, August 26, 2026 in Port Neches there are 12 hours and 55 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Port Neches?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Port Neches at 1:17 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 Neches?
In Port Neches, sunset is at 7:45 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:08 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:09 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Port Neches?
Twilight in Port Neches lasts approximately 83 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 Neches?
The earliest sunrise in Port Neches in 2026 is at 6:14 AM on June 3 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Port Neches?
The latest sunset in Port Neches in 2026 is at 8:21 PM on June 29 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Port Neches?
After sunset at 7:45 PM in Port Neches, civil twilight ends at 8:09 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:08 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Port Neches 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 Neches
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Port Neches on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:12 AM | 5:38 PM | 10h 26m |
| February | 6:55 AM | 6:04 PM | 11h 09m |
| March | 7:25 AM | 7:24 PM | 11h 59m |
| April | 6:48 AM | 7:43 PM | 12h 54m |
| May | 6:22 AM | 8:02 PM | 13h 40m |
| June | 6:14 AM | 8:18 PM | 14h 04m |
| July | 6:25 AM | 8:18 PM | 13h 53m |
| August | 6:43 AM | 7:56 PM | 13h 13m |
| September | 7:00 AM | 7:20 PM | 12h 21m |
| October | 7:17 AM | 6:44 PM | 11h 27m |
| November | 6:41 AM | 5:19 PM | 10h 39m |
| December | 7:04 AM | 5:17 PM | 10h 14m |