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Sun Times in Priest River
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Priest River?
Sunrise in Priest River on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:07 AM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Priest River?
Sunset in Priest River on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 7:26 PM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Priest River?
Morning golden hour in Priest River ends at 6:48 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:45 PM.
How long is the day in Priest River?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Priest River there are 13 hours and 19 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Priest River?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Priest River at 12:47 PM (America/Los_Angeles). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Priest River?
In Priest River, sunset is at 7:26 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:19 PM (America/Los_Angeles). Civil twilight ends at 7:58 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Priest River?
Twilight in Priest River lasts approximately 113 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 Priest River?
The earliest sunrise in Priest River in 2026 is at 4:46 AM on June 13 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Priest River?
The latest sunset in Priest River in 2026 is at 8:52 PM on June 23 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Priest River?
After sunset at 7:26 PM in Priest River, civil twilight ends at 7:58 PM — about 32 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:19 PM (America/Los_Angeles).
What these times mean
Solar times in Priest River 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 Priest River
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Priest River on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:33 AM | 4:21 PM | 8h 49m |
| February | 6:54 AM | 5:10 PM | 10h 16m |
| March | 7:00 AM | 6:53 PM | 11h 53m |
| April | 5:57 AM | 7:38 PM | 13h 41m |
| May | 5:08 AM | 8:20 PM | 15h 13m |
| June | 4:46 AM | 8:49 PM | 16h 03m |
| July | 5:03 AM | 8:43 PM | 15h 40m |
| August | 5:42 AM | 8:00 PM | 14h 19m |
| September | 6:24 AM | 6:59 PM | 12h 35m |
| October | 7:07 AM | 5:58 PM | 10h 51m |
| November | 6:54 AM | 4:09 PM | 9h 14m |
| December | 7:31 AM | 3:54 PM | 8h 22m |