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Sun Times in Queen Creek
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Queen Creek?
Sunrise in Queen Creek on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 5:48 AM (America/Phoenix). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Queen Creek?
Sunset in Queen Creek on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 7:13 PM (America/Phoenix). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Queen Creek?
Morning golden hour in Queen Creek ends at 6:22 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:39 PM.
How long is the day in Queen Creek?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Queen Creek there are 13 hours and 24 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Queen Creek?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Queen Creek at 12:31 PM (America/Phoenix). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Queen Creek?
In Queen Creek, sunset is at 7:13 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:43 PM (America/Phoenix). Civil twilight ends at 7:39 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Queen Creek?
Twilight in Queen Creek lasts approximately 90 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 Queen Creek?
The earliest sunrise in Queen Creek in 2026 is at 5:16 AM on June 8 (America/Phoenix). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Queen Creek?
The latest sunset in Queen Creek in 2026 is at 7:39 PM on June 21 (America/Phoenix). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Queen Creek?
After sunset at 7:13 PM in Queen Creek, civil twilight ends at 7:39 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:43 PM (America/Phoenix).
What these times mean
Solar times in Queen Creek 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 Queen Creek
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Queen Creek on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:30 AM | 5:42 PM | 10h 12m |
| February | 7:10 AM | 6:11 PM | 11h 02m |
| March | 6:36 AM | 6:34 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 5:56 AM | 6:57 PM | 13h 01m |
| May | 5:26 AM | 7:19 PM | 13h 53m |
| June | 5:16 AM | 7:37 PM | 14h 21m |
| July | 5:28 AM | 7:36 PM | 14h 08m |
| August | 5:49 AM | 7:12 PM | 13h 23m |
| September | 6:10 AM | 6:32 PM | 12h 22m |
| October | 6:31 AM | 5:52 PM | 11h 22m |
| November | 6:57 AM | 5:24 PM | 10h 27m |
| December | 7:22 AM | 5:20 PM | 9h 58m |