Sun Times in Rainier
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Rainier?
Sunrise in Rainier on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 6:15 AM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Rainier?
Sunset in Rainier on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 8:15 PM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Rainier?
Morning golden hour in Rainier ends at 6:56 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:34 PM.
How long is the day in Rainier?
On Monday, August 17, 2026 in Rainier there are 14 hours and 0 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Rainier?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Rainier at 1:15 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 Rainier?
In Rainier, sunset is at 8:15 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:10 PM (America/Los_Angeles). Civil twilight ends at 8:47 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Rainier?
Twilight in Rainier lasts approximately 116 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 Rainier?
The earliest sunrise in Rainier in 2026 is at 5:19 AM on June 15 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Rainier?
The latest sunset in Rainier in 2026 is at 9:07 PM on June 24 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Rainier?
After sunset at 8:15 PM in Rainier, civil twilight ends at 8:47 PM — about 32 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:10 PM (America/Los_Angeles).
What these times mean
Solar times in Rainier 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 Rainier
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Rainier on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:49 AM | 4:53 PM | 9h 03m |
| February | 7:14 AM | 5:38 PM | 10h 24m |
| March | 7:24 AM | 7:17 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 6:25 AM | 7:59 PM | 13h 34m |
| May | 5:39 AM | 8:37 PM | 14h 59m |
| June | 5:19 AM | 9:04 PM | 15h 45m |
| July | 5:35 AM | 8:59 PM | 15h 24m |
| August | 6:11 AM | 8:20 PM | 14h 09m |
| September | 6:50 AM | 7:22 PM | 12h 33m |
| October | 7:29 AM | 6:25 PM | 10h 56m |
| November | 7:12 AM | 4:39 PM | 9h 27m |
| December | 7:47 AM | 4:26 PM | 8h 39m |
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