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Sun Times in Port Sulphur
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Port Sulphur?
Sunrise in Port Sulphur on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:26 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Port Sulphur?
Sunset in Port Sulphur on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 7:39 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Port Sulphur?
Morning golden hour in Port Sulphur ends at 6:59 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:06 PM.
How long is the day in Port Sulphur?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Port Sulphur there are 13 hours and 12 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Port Sulphur?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Port Sulphur at 1:03 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 Sulphur?
In Port Sulphur, sunset is at 7:39 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:04 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:04 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Port Sulphur?
Twilight in Port Sulphur lasts approximately 85 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 Sulphur?
The earliest sunrise in Port Sulphur in 2026 is at 5:58 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 Sulphur?
The latest sunset in Port Sulphur in 2026 is at 8:02 PM on June 23 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Port Sulphur?
After sunset at 7:39 PM in Port Sulphur, civil twilight ends at 8:04 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:04 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Port Sulphur 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 Sulphur
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Port Sulphur on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:54 AM | 5:22 PM | 10h 28m |
| February | 6:37 AM | 5:48 PM | 11h 10m |
| March | 7:08 AM | 7:07 PM | 11h 59m |
| April | 6:32 AM | 7:25 PM | 12h 53m |
| May | 6:06 AM | 7:44 PM | 13h 38m |
| June | 5:58 AM | 8:00 PM | 14h 02m |
| July | 6:09 AM | 8:00 PM | 13h 51m |
| August | 6:26 AM | 7:39 PM | 13h 12m |
| September | 6:43 AM | 7:03 PM | 12h 20m |
| October | 7:00 AM | 6:28 PM | 11h 28m |
| November | 6:23 AM | 5:03 PM | 10h 40m |
| December | 6:45 AM | 5:02 PM | 10h 16m |