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Sun Times in Rapid Valley
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Rapid Valley?
Sunrise in Rapid Valley on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:17 AM (America/Denver). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Rapid Valley?
Sunset in Rapid Valley on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 7:26 PM (America/Denver). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Rapid Valley?
Morning golden hour in Rapid Valley ends at 6:55 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:48 PM.
How long is the day in Rapid Valley?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Rapid Valley there are 13 hours and 9 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Rapid Valley?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Rapid Valley at 12:52 PM (America/Denver). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Rapid Valley?
In Rapid Valley, sunset is at 7:26 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:08 PM (America/Denver). Civil twilight ends at 7:56 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Rapid Valley?
Twilight in Rapid Valley lasts approximately 102 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 Rapid Valley?
The earliest sunrise in Rapid Valley in 2026 is at 5:08 AM on June 13 (America/Denver). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Rapid Valley?
The latest sunset in Rapid Valley in 2026 is at 8:39 PM on June 20 (America/Denver). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Rapid Valley?
After sunset at 7:26 PM in Rapid Valley, civil twilight ends at 7:56 PM — about 30 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:08 PM (America/Denver).
What these times mean
Solar times in Rapid Valley 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 Rapid Valley
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Rapid Valley on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:24 AM | 4:40 PM | 9h 16m |
| February | 6:51 AM | 5:22 PM | 10h 31m |
| March | 7:04 AM | 6:58 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 6:09 AM | 7:36 PM | 13h 28m |
| May | 5:26 AM | 8:12 PM | 14h 46m |
| June | 5:08 AM | 8:37 PM | 15h 29m |
| July | 5:23 AM | 8:33 PM | 15h 09m |
| August | 5:56 AM | 7:56 PM | 14h 00m |
| September | 6:31 AM | 7:02 PM | 12h 31m |
| October | 7:07 AM | 6:08 PM | 11h 01m |
| November | 6:47 AM | 4:26 PM | 9h 38m |
| December | 7:20 AM | 4:14 PM | 8h 54m |