Sun Times in Richmond West
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Richmond West?
Sunrise in Richmond West on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 7:00 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Richmond West?
Sunset in Richmond West on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 7:45 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Richmond West?
Morning golden hour in Richmond West ends at 7:30 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:15 PM.
How long is the day in Richmond West?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Richmond West there are 12 hours and 45 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Richmond West?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Richmond West at 1:23 PM (America/New_York). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Richmond West?
In Richmond West, sunset is at 7:45 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:05 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:09 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Richmond West?
Twilight in Richmond West lasts approximately 79 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 Richmond West?
The earliest sunrise in Richmond West in 2026 is at 6:29 AM on November 1 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Richmond West?
The latest sunset in Richmond West in 2026 is at 8:16 PM on June 23 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Richmond West?
After sunset at 7:45 PM in Richmond West, civil twilight ends at 8:09 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:05 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Richmond West 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 Richmond West
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Richmond West on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:09 AM | 5:52 PM | 10h 43m |
| February | 6:56 AM | 6:15 PM | 11h 19m |
| March | 7:30 AM | 7:30 PM | 12h 00m |
| April | 6:58 AM | 7:44 PM | 12h 46m |
| May | 6:36 AM | 8:00 PM | 13h 24m |
| June | 6:30 AM | 8:14 PM | 13h 44m |
| July | 6:40 AM | 8:15 PM | 13h 35m |
| August | 6:55 AM | 7:57 PM | 13h 02m |
| September | 7:07 AM | 7:25 PM | 12h 18m |
| October | 7:20 AM | 6:54 PM | 11h 34m |
| November | 6:39 AM | 5:33 PM | 10h 54m |
| December | 7:00 AM | 5:33 PM | 10h 33m |
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